Forensic Engineer – Structural

Senior Forensic Engineer – Structural

📍 Atlanta, GA & Surrounding Areas | Remote with Local Travel

About the Company

Join a growing forensic engineering firm providing expert-level investigations for residential and commercial properties. The team specializes in structural assessments, roofs, exteriors, and interiors, delivering clear, defensible evaluations that identify the origin, cause, and extent of damage.

Known for industry-leading turnaround times, personalized service, and strong client relationships, this firm partners closely with property owners, insurers, and legal teams. Engineers are trusted to lead their work, communicate directly with clients, and maintain high technical standards—without sacrificing work-life balance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct forensic engineering investigations for residential and commercial properties

• Perform on-site structural and damage assessments, including roof inspections

• Analyze failures and determine origin, cause, and extent of damage

• Develop clear, defensible repair recommendations

• Prepare detailed, well-written inspection and forensic reports

• Provide expert insights for litigation support and expert witness services (as needed)

• Work directly with clients, attorneys, and internal stakeholders

• Mentor and train Associate Engineers

• Manage your workload independently while maintaining responsiveness and quality

• Local travel is required, including day trips. This role is hands-on and field-forward.

What You Bring

🧰 Licensure: Professional Engineer (P.E.) required
🏗 Experience: Prefer 3+ years in forensic engineering or forensic analysis; or willingness to learn
📐 Technical Strength: Strong foundation in structural engineering and failure analysis
🛠 Field-Ready: Comfortable with inspections, including climbing steep-slope roofs
🚗 Mobility: Ability to travel locally for site visits
🗣 Communication: Strong written and verbal skills for reports, clients, and attorneys
📊 Tools: Proficient with AutoCAD and industry-standard software
🧠 Independence: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex cases
⚖️ Litigation Exposure: Expert witness or litigation support experience is a plus
🚁 Drone License: FAA Part 107 preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months
✅ Compliance: Ability to pass background check and drug screening

🎓 Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Why This Opportunity?

• Fully remote role with local field work—no daily office requirement

• Autonomy and trust to manage investigations end-to-end

• Client-facing work that builds long-term professional relationships

• Exposure to litigation support and expert witness work

• Growth in a specialized, high-demand forensic niche

Ready to apply your forensic expertise in a role that values independence, communication, and technical integrity?