Remote Forensic Structural Engineer - Houston

Remote Forensic Engineer (Structural) - 3-5 Years' Experience

Location: Remote (Houston, TX-based)

Type: Full-time

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About the Opportunity:

An established forensic and structural engineering consultancy is seeking a Forensic Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to support investigations into property damage, structural concerns, and construction-related claims. The firm operates as investigators, expert witnesses, and problem-solvers - delivering clear, defensible engineering opinions in situations that are often time-sensitive and high-pressure.This role offers exposure to a wide range of forensic investigations and structural assignments, with an emphasis on professionalism, approachability, and technical excellence. Fast turnaround is expected, but quality and defensibility are never compromised.

Primary Areas of Focus:

• Wind and Flood Damage
• Fire Damage
• Impact Damage
• Hail Damage
• Structural Design & Repair
• Construction Defects
• Building Envelope
• Code Compliance

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform forensic engineering investigations related to wind, water, fire, hail, and impact events (e.g. vehicle impacts, falling trees).
• Identify the cause, extent, and scope of structural damage, providing clear engineering conclusions and recommendations.
• Conduct site inspections and interact professionally with clients during potentially stressful situations.
• Prepare thorough, well-documented forensic reports that stand up to technical and legal scrutiny.
• Provide expert testimony and defend engineering opinions when claims or cases proceed to litigation.
• Complete structural assessments for repair and renovation projects, including damage evaluation and development of repair drawings.
• Produce plans, details, and specifications for new residential, commercial, and multi-family construction as required.
• Analyze construction defects, including review of drawings and documents, identification of deficiencies, scoping of damage, and estimation of repair costs.
• Evaluate building envelope performance and code compliance issues.

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in forensic engineering, structural engineering, or property damage investigations.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong technical writing skills with experience producing clear, defensible reports.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally for site investigations.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or active progress toward licensure.
• Experience supporting insurance claims, litigation matters, or expert witness services.
• Familiarity with residential, commercial, and multi-family structures.
• Experience with repair design and construction documentation.

What This Role Offers:

• Remote flexibility with a Houston, TX home base.
• Broad exposure to forensic investigations, structural design, and construction defect analysis.
• A professional environment that values quality, responsiveness, and respect.
• Direct involvement in meaningful engineering work with real-world impact.
• Strong bonus structure
• Base salary: $90,000-$110,000 (DOE)