Forensic Structural Engineer II (Structural Engineering)

Location: Remote (home office) – Raleigh, NC or the surrounding area, with local, regional, and national travel; fieldwork and some overnight travel are required.

Base salary: $100,000–$140,000 per year, plus potential nondiscretionary compensation based on billable productivity.

Company

Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm; Haag, its forensic engineering company, provides forensic engineering and consulting services across multiple industries and building types.

What you will do

• Conduct site inspections to determine the cause, origin, and extent of structural damage from storms, natural disasters, fires or explosions, construction or design defects, accidents, foundation movement, and other events.
• Evaluate structural failure modes and contributing factors.
• Develop well-supported conclusions and produce technical reports, documentation, and other deliverables.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders while managing expectations and closing communication gaps.
• Work independently from a home office while collaborating with internal experts and external stakeholders to drive projects to resolution.
• Contribute improvements to processes, tools, and customer outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a closely related field, from an ABET-accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in North Carolina or eligibility by reciprocity.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship or restrictions.
• Ability to work independently and with a cross-functional team of experts.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce effective reports and communicate face-to-face.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Technical proficiency with computers, phones, cameras, and related equipment.
• Ability to perform fieldwork in confined spaces and on roofs, carry ladders, and operate required equipment.
• Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally by vehicle or plane, including some overnight travel.

Nice to have

• 2+ years of forensic engineering experience.
• Expert Witness experience.
• Master of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related field.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote home-office work with access to internal technical experts and resources.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Wellness programs, employee assistance resources, and professional development support.
• Employee-owned organization focused on technical excellence, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.