Forensic Structural Engineer

Sedgwick

Forensic Structural Engineer conducting investigations for insurance claims and preparing comprehensive design packages for repairs. Collaborating on a diverse range of projects in a hybrid working environment.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeMelbourne • 🇦🇺 AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct thorough forensic investigations to determine the cause of damage for insurance claims or asset/building owners and prepare detailed causation reports and Scopes of Works.
Inspect and assess the condition of existing buildings and structures to determine the cause of damage.
Identifying design and construction defects with reference to code and damage causation.
Collecting data using photographic equipment.
Accurate and detailed recording of data whilst on-site.
Preparation of detailed computations for the repair of small to medium structures.
Delivering design documentation including drawings, specifications, and reports.
Providing construction-phase support on a wide array of projects.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years’ industry experience, with experience as a forensic engineer ideal.
Bachelor of Civil/Structural Engineering
Member of Engineers Australia (MIEAust)
Chartered Engineer and/or Registered on the National Engineers Register (NER).
Interstate accreditations will be considered including Registered Building Practitioner, Victoria (RPEV) and Registered Professional Engineer, Queensland (RPEQ)
Proven experience with structural design software such as Spacegass, Structural Toolkit, etc.
Sound knowledge of the insurance industry (claims lifecycle) including the legislative framework, applicable codes and products.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working arrangement.
Sedgwick Australia University – access to more than 15,000 courses on demand and opportunities to continue formal education
+0.5% on top of Superannuation Guarantee
Domestic and International Career Pathways
Sedgwick Colleague Resource Groups – international, cross-functional, colleague-led groups aimed at fostering an inclusive workplace

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Hard Skills & Tools

forensic investigationsdamage causation analysisdesign documentationstructural designpreparation of computationsdata collectionphotographic equipment usageconstruction-phase supportbuilding inspectioncode compliance assessment

Soft Skills

attention to detailanalytical thinkingcommunication skillsreport writingproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor of Civil EngineeringBachelor of Structural EngineeringMember of Engineers Australia (MIEAust)Chartered EngineerRegistered on the National Engineers Register (NER)Registered Building Practitioner, Victoria (RPEV)Registered Professional Engineer, Queensland (RPEQ)