Structural Engineer

S4 Search Partners.
  • Chicago, Illinois
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Forensic Structural Engineer (P.E.)


    Are you a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) looking for a career where your expertise makes a real impact? We’re hiring a Forensic Structural Engineer to investigate building damage, write reports, and provide expert insights. If you enjoy problem-solving, working independently, and helping clients understand structural issues, this is for you!


    What You’ll Do:


    • Inspect buildings for damage—roofs, foundations, water issues, and more.
    • Write clear, detailed reports explaining your findings.
    • Communicate with clients and team members in a friendly, professional way.
    • Provide expert testimony in court when needed (with legal team support).
    • Continue learning—ongoing training covered by the company!
    • Travel as needed, with occasional overnight stays.


    What You Need:


    • Licensed P.E. in your state.
    • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or a related field).
    • 2–3 years of experience in forensic failure/damage analysis or similar.
    • Strong technical writing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word.
    • Experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Calendar.
    • A valid driver’s license with a clean record.
    • Ability to work independently from a home office with reliable internet.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • A service-oriented mindset—customer-focused and team-friendly.
    • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical exam.


    What’s in It for You?


    • $100K–$140K+ bonus (based on experience)
    • Hybrid work-from-home flexibility
    • Unlimited career growth opportunities
    • 401K + full benefits + extra perks
    • Vacation/PTO


    Join a team that values your expertise, offers career growth, and rewards your hard work. Apply now and take your engineering career to the next level!



    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois

    Skills

    • Civil Engineeringunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Construction Inspectionunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Failure Analysisunmatched
    • Legal Support Skillsunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Professional Engineerunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Structural Engineeringunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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