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Orion Placement · 3 months ago

Structural Engineer (Forensic PE) - Excellent Benefits

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $170K/yr

10+ years exp

Orion Placement is a respected engineering consulting firm specializing in forensic investigations and structural assessments. They are seeking a mid-to-senior level Structural Engineer (PE) to focus on forensic engineering, investigating building system failures, and producing expert technical reports.

Staffing & Recruiting

Responsibilities

Perform field inspections to evaluate structural damage and as-built conditions

Investigate failures caused by natural disasters (wind, water, fire, earthquakes) or human error (design flaws, construction defects)

Apply building codes and engineering expertise to determine causes and recommend repairs

Review engineering drawings, reports, and specifications

Prepare clear, detailed technical reports and communicate findings to clients

Support litigation with expert testimony when required

Manage multiple projects efficiently, on time and within budget

Travel occasionally on short notice

Qualification

Active PE licenseCodesForensic engineeringReport writingClient communicationProject management

Required

Bachelors degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering (ABET accredited)

10+ years of experience in structural engineering

Active PE license (Tennessee or ability to obtain quickly; multiple licenses a plus)

Knowledge of codes including ICC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, NDS

Experience with a variety of building systems (steel, concrete, wood, masonry, envelopes)

Strong report writing and client communication skills

Valid U.S. work authorization and drivers license

Preferred

Forensic/litigation experience

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with an exceptional 3:1 company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) youll become a part-owner of the company through an additional retirement program that requires no contribution. Its a free benefit simply for being an employee.

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance