Forensic Engineer

3 days ago


Alpharetta, United States NV5 Full time
Overview:

NV5 is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering innovative solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology.

With a nationwide presence and international reach, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals, and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct field investigations and analyze failures involving various structures within residential and commercial properties.
  • Determine the cause, origin, and extent of structural failures, water intrusions, roof damage, construction defects, and building system failures.
  • Evaluations may include foundation settlement investigations, structural assessments, site evaluations, subsurface investigations, and vibration analysis.
  • Analyze failures in buildings and other infrastructure systems by conducting site visits and applying engineering principles and practices in accordance with codes and industry standards.
  • Conduct unbiased investigations for a variety of clients.
  • Prepare reports documenting causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation.
  • Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings.
Qualifications:
  • B.S. degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
  • Georgia Licensed Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain.
  • At least 2+ years of engineering experience performing building assessments and failure analysis, with report preparation for property owners, insurance companies, and/or attorneys.
  • Working knowledge of structural systems and foundation design/analysis/construction.
  • Design/analysis experience with reinforced concrete, masonry, wood, and steel.
  • Working knowledge of building codes and experience reviewing building plans and specifications.
  • Structural analysis software (RISA, STADD, etc.) a plus.
  • Willing and able to travel.
  • Capable to access multi-story roofs or willing to train.
  • Capable to access crawlspaces and attics.
NV5 Offers:
  • A competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k), and professional development/advancement opportunities.
  • Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.


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