Senior Structural Forensic Engineer

Ctl Group Pte Ltd - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

About the position

The Senior Structural Forensic Engineer will join CTLGroup's Structural Engineering & Evaluation team, focusing on investigating and analyzing structural failures, performance issues, and defects in buildings and other structures. This role involves conducting forensic engineering assessments to determine root causes of structural issues, providing expert opinions, and offering recommendations for remediation and repair. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of structural engineering principles and will assist in growing the company's legal and insurance client base.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough on-site inspections to assess structural damage, failures, or defects.
• Collect and analyze data related to structural condition, materials, and construction practices.
• Perform structural analysis and modeling to evaluate the integrity of buildings and structures.
• Apply engineering principles and analytical methods to determine root causes of structural problems.
• Develop recommendations for the repair or retrofit of structures based on forensic findings.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports documenting observations, analyses, findings, and recommendations.
• Serve as an expert witness, as needed, in legal proceedings, depositions, and court hearings.
• Manage and oversee forensic engineering projects, ensuring deadlines and budget constraints are met.
• Stay abreast of advancements in structural engineering, materials science, and forensic analysis.
• Explore markets in area of expertise and participate in business development activities toward meeting personal productivity expectations and contributing to group profitability.
• Proactively participate in professional development and thought leadership activities.
• Mentor and coach junior staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BS) in Civil or Structural Engineering required; Advanced degree (MS / PhD) preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on forensic investigations.
• Professional licensure is a requirement, either Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in presenting complex technical information.
• Strong background in first principles of structural engineering and mechanics.
• Proficient with engineering tools for structural evaluation and analysis.
• Experience managing and leading forensic engineering projects.
• Experience with client engagement, development of project scopes and budgets, and proposal preparation.