Forensic Structural Engineer

EFI Global
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Category Consulting
Job Description
EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm. We are seeking a Forensic Structural Engineer to investigate events, systems, devices, and/or failures and provide expert opinions.

Requirements

  • Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings
  • Conducts investigations to determine and document the scope of damage
  • Investigates and assesses damages due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support
  • Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures
  • Collaborates with Fire Investigators to produce detailed reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages
  • Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions
  • Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients
  • Collaborates with EFI’s national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Supports the organization's quality program(s)
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