What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Engineer position at Job Portal?
About You
- You're energized by solving complex puzzles and have an investigative mindset that drives you to uncover root causes
- Being thorough and detail-oriented isn't just a skill for you - it's part of your DNA
- Your colleagues often seek you out for your ability to explain technical concepts in ways that make sense to everyone
- You find satisfaction in documenting your findings with precision and clarity
- Your adaptability shines when working in diverse environments, from crawl spaces to insurance mediation rooms
- You have a natural talent for maintaining professional objectivity while building rapport with various stakeholders
- Friends and colleagues value your analytical approach to problem-solving
- Your engineering expertise is matched by your dedication to clear communication
- You're drawn to a company that values honest, unbiased assessments above all else
- Flexible work arrangements with work-from-home opportunities
- Workers' compensation coverage
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Diverse project exposure
- Equipment provided (camera, tools, ladder, boots, and lights)
- Opportunity to work on complex, challenging investigations
- Professional growth through expert testimony experience
- You'll enjoy the variety of analytical challenges as you conduct on-site forensic investigations that lean into your problem-solving abilities
- Your expertise and thorough evaluations will be crucial in analyzing building failures, accidents, and damage claims
- We'll rely on your ability to prepare comprehensive technical reports that stand up to questions
- You'll engage with diverse stakeholders, from professionals to property owners, translating complex technical concepts into clear explanations
- Your eye for detail will be essential in documenting findings through detailed photography and measurements
- You'll develop practical solutions for structural and water-related issues
- Regional travel (approximately once per week) will add variety to your work
- You'll be encouraged to maintain professional certifications and stay current with industry standards
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with structural focus preferred
- Experience in structural engineering, forensic investigation, or related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Valid driver's license
- Physical ability to perform site investigations
- Structural Engineer
- Forensic Engineer
- Building Envelope Consultant
- Construction Engineer
- Failure Analysis Engineer
- Field Engineer
- Building Inspector
- Construction Defect Investigator
- Restoration Engineer
- Water Mitigation Specialist
- Civil Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Construction Claims Engineer
- Quality Control Engineer
- Building Sciences Engineer
- Construction Forensics Specialist
- Materials Testing Engineer
- Damage Assessment Specialist
- Construction Litigation Consultant
- Building Performance Engineer
- Restoration Analyst
- Smoke Mitigation Analyst
What We Offer :
Competitive compensation rate of $50-60 / hour based on experience. Flexible hours to work with your availability.
About Us
True North Engineering has been committed to delivering thorough, professional forensic engineering services to our clients for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and objectivity in our assessments, serving diverse clients including legal firms, insurance companies, and property owners.
About the Job
Required Qualifications
We are flexible on the number of years of experience, and we highly value talent, interest and work ethic. If you are just starting out in your PE career and are willing to learn and be trained, we are eager to meet you!
If you have experience in any of the following or similar positions, please apply today!
Salary : $50 - $60
