Forensic Structural Engineer II, Miami or Fort Myers, FL

Summary

Haag, a Salas O’Brien company, is a trusted leader in forensic engineering and consulting. The Forensic Structural Engineer II will investigate and evaluate structural damage from storms, disasters, fires, defects, accidents, and foundation movement, while conducting inspections, preparing technical reports, communicating with clients, and managing projects remotely from a home office.

Responsibilities

• Forensic Investigations: Conduct site inspections to determine the cause, origin, and extent of structural damage; evaluate failure modes and contributing factors
• Analysis & Reporting: Develop clear, well-supported conclusions and produce high-quality technical reports, documentation, and deliverables
• Client Communication: Provide timely, professional updates to clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders; proactively close communication gaps and manage expectations
• Collaboration & Independence: Work independently from a home office while leveraging internal experts and resources; build long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and partners
• Project Ownership: Drive issues to resolution with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed customer expectations and applicable standards
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute ideas that strengthen processes, tools, and customer outcomes; help others navigate change and adopt improvements

Skills

• Must be able to work independently and with a cross-functional team of experts
• Strong technical writing skills are required; the ability to write effective reports is critical
• Strong verbal communication skills are necessary; you should be an effective communicator in face-to-face interactions
• The ability to provide the utmost in customer service to our clients is a must
• Technical proficiency with computers, phones, cameras, etc
• You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or any restrictions
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in FL, or eligible by reciprocity
• Ability to perform fieldwork, including confined spaces and roof inspections
• Must be able to carry ladders and operate required equipment
• Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally by vehicle or plane as needed
• Some overnight travel will be required. However, most investigations can be done without overnight travel
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a closely related degree from an ABET-accredited university required
• Remote (home office) – Miami or Fort Meyers or the surrounding area
• 2+ years of forensic engineering experience preferred
• Expert Witness experience is preferred
• Master of Science Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Must be able to work independently and with a cross-functional team of experts
• Strong technical writing skills are required; the ability to write effective reports is critical
• Strong verbal communication skills are necessary; you should be an effective communicator in face-to-face interactions
• The ability to provide the utmost in customer service to our clients is a must
• Technical proficiency with computers, phones, cameras, etc
• You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or any restrictions
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in FL, or eligible by reciprocity
• Ability to perform fieldwork, including confined spaces and roof inspections
• Must be able to carry ladders and operate required equipment
• Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally by vehicle or plane as needed
• Some overnight travel will be required. However, most investigations can be done without overnight travel
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a closely related degree from an ABET-accredited university required
• Remote (home office) – Miami or Fort Meyers or the surrounding area

Nice to Haves

• 2+ years of forensic engineering experience preferred
• Expert Witness experience is preferred
• Master of Science Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred

Benefits

• Additional, nondiscretionary compensation based on billable productivity above a minimum threshold
• Option to transition to a model based primarily on a higher percentage of their billable rate applied to all billable hours worked
• Remote/home office role
• Employee-owned organization
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support