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AREHNA Engineering has an immediate opportunity for an experienced Florida licensed Forensic Engineer with specialization in structural forensic investigations, system/component failure analysis, and litigation support. Candidate will be responsible for executing structural forensic investigations and failure cause analyses related to a broad spectrum of causation sources impacting residential and commercial structures.
Experience & Skills
Experience with forensic engineering projects focused on the determination of cause, origin, duration, and extent of damage to residential and commercial buildings from various causes including structural failure, building system and component failures, construction defects, code compliance deficiencies, wind/wave/hail effects, building envelope failures, construction/blasting vibration damage, water intrusion and leakage damage, moisture vapor intrusion, foundation settlements, and fire damage.
Responsibilities include onsite inspections and investigations, surveying and documenting onsite physical evidence and conditions (inclusive of photographic, thermal, and hand-sketch documentation), conducting historical weather, permit, construction, material property, code compliance, or other types of research as necessary to support analysis and opinions/conclusions, organizing and recording data, employing proper protocols for the preservation of gathered physical evidence, conducting a defendable failure analysis of probable cause, origin, extent, and duration of damage, presentation of findings and conclusions in written report, and ability to support conclusions/opinions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in structural damage assessments, SB408 investigations, and forensic investigations for insurance claims is preferred.
- Requires strong analytical and field inspection skills.
- Proficient research and technical writing skills is vital to this position.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Computer knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and the ability to learn and use other software programs.
Physical Considerations
- Must be comfortable climbing ladders, walking roofs, and entering building crawlspaces.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Able and willing to travel within the State of Florida (overnight stays occasionally required).
Education & Licensing
- B.S. Degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field
- Current Professional Engineer (PE) License, Required
- Valid driver’s license and driving history, Required
- Construction background, Preferred
Location
We have offices located in Coral Springs and Tampa with project sites throughout South and Central Florida. This engineer may work remotely when not performing inspections on site. We are looking for an engineer who can manage inspections throughout our South Florida market.
Benefits
- AREHNA offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, a matching
- 401(K) plan and a friendly collaborative work environment with an emphasis on both personal and professional development where technical excellence and achievement is recognized and rewarded.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer; AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal,
State, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Experience:
- Construction: 5 years (Preferred)
- Forensic inspection: 5 years (Preferred)
- Litigation: 3 years (Preferred)
- Insurance Claims & Inspection Occupations: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Professional Engineer (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Required)
Work Location: Multiple Locations
