What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer position at Paragon Forensics?
Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer and Premises Liability Consultant
Location: California/National
Employment Terms: Full-Time Salary Position
About Paragon Forensics
We are a leading consulting firm specializing in forensic analysis and expert opinion for the medico-legal and insurance industries. Our team of engineers and scientific experts collaborate on cases in a dynamic work environment, providing analyses on accident reconstruction, premises liability, biomechanics, and safety.
Job Description:
This senior-level role involves managing complex forensic cases related to personal injury lawsuits or claims. Responsibilities include case management, file material review, site inspections, and collaboration with support staff. As a lead consultant, you will evaluate property conditions that may have caused or contributed to injurious events and/or property damage. This position also involves providing expert testimony, writing reports, and declarations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead consultant on cases, overseeing case management and collaboration with support staff
- Evaluate property conditions, codes, regulations, plans, and permits
- Review case-related materials, including depositions, statements, photographs, and reports
- Perform site inspections, taking photographs and measurements using technical instruments
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or higher
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of employment
- At least 5 years' experience in forensics, with a high case load and short deadlines
- Effective time management and leadership skills
- Experience with property records research and plan review
- Familiarity with concrete construction and other building materials
- Strong reading comprehension, written, and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic tools/equipment (camera, tape measure, level, etc.)
- Reliable transportation and eligibility to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications:
- 10 years' experience in forensics
- Prior experience in building and safety (municipal jurisdictional building department, OSHA, construction consulting firm, etc.)
- Familiarity with building codes, regulations, and standards associated with construction practices and safety
- Familiarity with various construction and maintenance materials, including concrete and asphalt
What We Offer:
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- $100,000 to $300,000 annual salary, commensurate with experience
- 401k with 3% safe harbor and profit sharing
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- $500/month towards Blue Shield medical/dental insurance/vision
- 15 days paid vacation
- 10 days paid sick leave
- 11 paid holidays
- Company-paid training and professional development
- Hybrid work environment with company laptop and equipment provided
- Semi-annual company outings and weekly company-paid lunches
Salary : $100,000 - $300,000
