Job DescriptionS-E-A is a forensic engineering firm with over 50 years of experience serving as a neutral, third part subject expert, analyzing technical failures. Our Dallas office is adding due to growth! Our engineers reverse engineer and look for the "why" when things fail. If you are curious, have design and/or construction experience and are looking for a subject matter expert role where you put together real world puzzles, this industry aligns with you!Essential Job Functions & ResponsibilitiesConduct field investigations and analyze failures involving all types of structures and construction problems including residential, commercial and industrial propertiesDetermine of the cause, , and extent of structural failures, water intrusions, construction defects and building system failures including envelope, roof, wall and glazingAssignments may include foundation settlement investigations, structural assessments, site evaluations, sub-surface investigations, vibration analysis, construction site accidents and building egress accident evaluationsAnalyze failures in buildings and other infrastructure systems by conducting site visits and applying engineering principles and practices in accordance with codes and industry standardsConduct unbiased investigations for various types of clientsResponsible for retention and development of client relationsPrepare oral and written reports in layman's terms that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediationDeliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groupsAbility to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedingsAbility to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performanceMaintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societiesPosition RequirementsBachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required, Master's degree a plusThree to five years of civil/structural experienceP.E. (Professional Engineer) registration required through testing or ability to obtain within six monthsMust possess strong writing skillsPublic speaking experience a plusExceptional interpersonal and communication skillsPhysical RequirementsAbility to travel 25% of the timeAbility to lift 50 lbsAbility and willingness to climb ladders and inspect roofsAbility to carry equipment to and from job sitesAbility to work at various heights on structuresAbility to maneuver in and around buildings and in confined spacesAbility to effectively communicate verbally and in writingAbility to effectively communicate with clients and colleaguesAbility to drive in all conditionsAbility to fly on airplanesAbility to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifactsAbility to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work siteAbility to learn a new industry and obtain required certificationsSEA places a strong value and and wellness across the company. SEA is also focused on, and committed to, staff health and wellbeing. We offer several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program and a Motion Wellness Program that rewards activity through contributions to employee HSA accounts.#J-18808-Ljbffr