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1099 Subcontracting Engineers

📍 Nationwide
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1099 Subcontracting Engineers

Forensic Engineers – 1099 Contract

📍 Remote | Hiring Nationwide
đź’° Competitive Hourly or Project-Based Rates
đź›  Flexible, Project-Based Work | Set Your Own Schedule


About the Opportunity

Engage Engineer Search is representing top forensic engineering firms across the U.S. seeking experienced Professional Engineers for subcontract work on a 1099 basis. These remote opportunities are ideal for seasoned forensic professionals looking for project-based flexibility while continuing to contribute to complex investigations for legal, insurance, and construction-related cases.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Investigate: Conduct thorough on-site inspections of commercial and residential buildings to assess damage and determine failure causes.

  • Analyze: Perform engineering calculations and structural/mechanical evaluations to support your findings.

  • Report: Write clear, comprehensive forensic reports to be used by attorneys, insurers, and property professionals.


What You Bring

  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in forensic engineering (structural, mechanical, electrical, or industrial).

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an engineering discipline.

  • License: Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in your state of residence.

  • Independence: Ability to self-manage workload, schedule, and deliverables with minimal oversight.

  • Communication: Strong technical writing and the ability to explain complex findings clearly to non-engineers.


Physical Requirements

  • Comfortable working in all outdoor conditions

  • Able to climb roofs, navigate attics, crawlspaces, and confined areas

  • Frequently required to stand, bend, reach, and walk

  • Capable of lifting and pushing up to 40 lbs


Why Join as a 1099 Contractor?

  • Flexibility to choose your projects and manage your own schedule

  • High-quality, consistent work from established forensic clients

  • Opportunity to leverage your expertise without the demands of a full-time position

  • Work from anywhere in the U.S. with minimal overhead

Interested, but not ready to apply?

 

Not actively looking or simply want to learn more about the opportunity before submitting your resume?

 

Have a confidential conversation with Natalie.

 

No pressure. No obligation. Just a conversation to learn more about the opportunity and whether it could be the right fit.

Interested?

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