Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E.
Company: Sedgwick
Location: Hampton
Posted on: May 13, 2022
Job Description:
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applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply to you please
use the 'Apply' option. IF YOU CARE, THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE
EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation,
environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services
firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private
sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique
firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and
providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader
in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations,
environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty
consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and
environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to
expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring
counts -. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire
investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their
technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment
to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and
collective insights empower clients to make better-informed
business decisions. EFI's combination of global solutions and local
expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely
responses that consistently meet our clients' expectations-anytime,
anywhere. - Click here to learn more about EFI Global. - - PRIMARY
PURPOSE: -To provide clients with investigating engineering
services related to events, systems, devices, and/or failures and
providing expert opinions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial
buildings
- Conducts investigations to determine and document the scope of
damage.
- Investigates and assesses damages due to failures and
determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation
support.
- Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of
failures.
- Collaborates with -other investigators to produce detailed
reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages.
- Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in
depositions.
- Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense
basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for
clients.
- Collaborates with -company's national team of forensic experts
to leverage experiences and assist on projects. ADDITIONAL
FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Supports the organization's quality program(s). QUALIFICATIONS
Education & LicensingBachelor's degree from an accredited college
or university required. Professional Engineering (PE) license is
required. ExperienceSix (6) years of experience or equivalent
combination of experience and education required. Skills &
Knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication
- PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
- Analytical and interpretive skill
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment
- Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies WORK
ENVIRONMENTWhen applicable and appropriate, consideration will be
given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: -Clear and conceptual
thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to
handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities
simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical:
- Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of
time.
- Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
- Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather
conditions.
- Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel,
reaching/working overhead
- Be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
- Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds
- Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
- Must have continual use of manual dexterity. Auditory/Visual:
-Hearing, vision and talking The statements contained in this
document are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.
-They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of
functions, duties, or local variances. -Management retains the
discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any
time.The statements contained in this document are intended to
describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a
colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to
constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local
variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change
the duties of the position at any time. -Sedgwick -is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace
Keywords: Sedgwick, Hampton , Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E., Engineering , Hampton, Virginia
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