Entry-Level Forensic Civil/Structural Engineer – EI/EIT

U.S. Forensic

Entry-level forensic civil/structural engineer investigating building failures and construction defects for U.S. Forensic.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in forensic investigations of structural failures and construction defects, utilizing engineering principles to analyze issues and prepare technical reports. Strong communication skills and project management capabilities are essential for supporting teams and providing expert testimony.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Civil EngineeringForensic InvestigationStructural Engineering PrinciplesTechnical Report WritingLicensed Engineer Intern (EI or EIT)

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Hard Skills

Forensic InvestigationStructural Engineering PrinciplesConstruction PracticesTechnical Report WritingSite Inspections

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationProject ManagementAbility To Meet Deadlines

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Engineer Intern (EI or EIT)

Industry Keywords

Forensic AnalysisStructural FailuresConstruction DefectsITAR-Controlled InformationIndustry Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct detailed forensic investigations of structural failures and construction defects
Perform site inspections and gather relevant data to support forensic analysis
Utilize engineering principles and practices to analyze and assess structural issues
Prepare clear and concise technical reports outlining findings and conclusions
Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings when required
Stay current with industry trends, codes, and standards related to structural engineering
Travel frequently to and from site investigations
Support projects and teams throughout the Greenville/Charlotte region
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Licensed Engineer Intern (EI or EIT) preferred, or ability to obtain
Ability to travel by road multiple days each week, including local and regional air travel
Strong background in principles of structural engineering and typical construction practices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines
U.S. Person status required for access to ITAR-controlled information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Life insurance
401k with matching contribution
Quarterly bonus opportunity
Tuition reimbursement
Paid training
Paid holidays
Generous paid time off/vacation package
Advancement opportunities