Structural Forensics Engineer
Structural Engineer - Forensic Investigations
Overview
We are partnered with a well-established engineering consultancy to appoint a Structural Engineer into their forensic investigations team in the Minneapolis market.
This role offers a different path from traditional design, focusing on understanding structural performance, investigating failures, and delivering clear, defensible technical conclusions.
It's a strong opportunity for engineers who enjoy working across site inspections, problem solving, and client interaction, with the ability to build a long-term specialism within a stable and growing business.
About the Company
This organisation is a long-standing leader within the forensic engineering space, recognised for delivering technically rigorous and defensible work across complex, high-stakes projects.
Operating within a broader multidisciplinary engineering platform, the company has experienced significant growth over the past two years while retaining a dedicated focus on forensic investigations.
They provide access to expertise across multiple disciplines, including structural, MEP, fire, and industrial engineering, allowing engineers to work on a wide range of technically diverse projects.
Their model combines:
- Long-term stability
- Strong technical credibility
- Access to a national resource base
- A clear pathway into specialist and leadership positions
The Opportunity
This role is ideal for a Structural Engineer looking to move beyond purely design-based work and into a more varied and investigative environment.
The position combines:
- Field-based inspections
- Technical problem solving
- Detailed reporting
- Direct client interaction
You will be responsible for assessing structural issues, identifying root causes, and delivering clear, technically supported conclusions across a diverse portfolio of projects.
The role offers the chance to build a niche skillset in forensic engineering, while gaining exposure to real-world structural behaviour across multiple sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct detailed structural investigations across commercial, industrial, and institutional assets
Carry out site inspections to assess damage, building condition, and structural performance
Evaluate causes of structural failure including:
- Foundation movement
- Construction or design defects
- Fire or explosion damage
- Environmental or loading impacts
Produce clear, well-structured technical reports with defensible conclusions
Communicate findings directly with clients, contractors, and internal teams
Take ownership of projects from initial assessment through to resolution
Collaborate with internal experts across multiple engineering disciplines
Contribute to continuous improvement in processes, reporting, and client delivery
What They're Looking For
8+ years experience within structural or civil engineering
Professional Engineer (PE), or working toward licensure
Experience within:
- Building assessments
- Structural inspections
- Repair or rehabilitation design
- Site or field-based engineering work
Strong written communication skills, particularly in report writing
Confidence in client-facing situations
Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
A curious, proactive mindset with an interest in problem solving and investigation
Why This Role Stands Out
- Opportunity to move away from repetitive design work into investigation and analysis
- Exposure to a wide range of projects across commercial, industrial, and specialist sectors
- Strong onboarding, training, and technical support structure
- Access to multidisciplinary experts and resources
- Clear pathway to becoming a recognised specialist within forensic engineering
- Stable platform within an otherwise volatile forensic market
- Flexible remote working setup with regional travel
- Long-term progression into technical leadership and ownership participation
Compensation & Benefits
- Additional earning potential linked to productivity
- 401k with company contribution
- Equity / ownership participation pathway
- Full equipment, expenses, and licensing support provided
Next Steps
If you're currently in a structural or inspection-based role and are looking for a position that offers more variety, autonomy, and long-term specialisation, this is worth a conversation.
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