[Hiring] Forensic Structural Engineer @Sedgwick

Role Description

Are you a seasoned Structural Engineer with a passion for uncovering the root causes of structural failures and a talent for delivering expert assessments? We are seeking a dedicated professional engineer to join our team in Montana specializing in forensic engineering, structural damage assessment, and failure analysis across commercial, residential, and industrial buildings. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in:

• Determining causes of structural failure
• Storm and roof damage assessments
• Building envelope investigations
• Evaluating structural collapses

A Professional Engineer (PE) license in Montana is required. Multi-state licensing is preferred. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to excellence in structural diagnostics, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Prefer candidate reside in the greater Billings, Missoula, Bozeman, Helena, MT areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required
• Six (6) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required

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

Benefits

• Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career
• Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path
• Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs

Work Environment

• Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
• Physical:
  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time
  • Must be able to kneel, squat or bend
  • Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions
  • Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead
  • Be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
  • Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds
  • Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day
• Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

Next Steps

If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e-mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call.