Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E.

About the role

EFI Global, a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety and specialty consulting firm, is hiring a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Montana to specialize in forensic engineering, structural damage assessment and failure analysis across commercial, residential and industrial buildings. The role involves investigating events, systems, devices and failures and providing expert opinions. Candidates should live in the greater Billings, Missoula, Bozeman or Helena, MT area.

Key responsibilities

• Survey losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings
• Investigate and document the scope of damage and the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support
• Analyze and document failure analysis and causation
• Collaborate with Fire Investigators to produce detailed reports on the cause and origin of losses and damages
• Serve as an expert witness in court and/or depositions
• Document and maintain billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects
• Collaborate with EFI's national team of forensic experts on projects

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in Montana; multi-state licensing preferred
• Six years of experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education
• Experience in determining causes of structural failure, storm and roof damage assessments, building envelope investigations and evaluating structural collapses

What we offer

• Flexibility and autonomy in daily work, location and career path
• A variety of professional development opportunities
• Diverse benefits covering mental, physical, financial and professional needs