Civil Engineer

9 hours ago

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States S-E-A Full-time
S-E-A is a forensic engineering firm with over 50 years of experience serving as a neutral, third party subject expert, analyzing technical failures. Our engineers reverse engineer and look for the "why" when things fail. S-E-A welcomes the opportunity to review resumes of candidates for a similar role near any of our office locations throughout the country. Essential Job Functions &

Responsibilities:
* Conduct field investigations and analyze failures involving all types of structures and construction problems including residential, commercial and industrial properties
* Determine of the cause, origin, and extent of structural failures, water intrusions, construction defects and building system failures including envelope, roof, wall and glazing
* Assignments may include structural assessments, site evaluations, vibration analysis, construction site accidents and building egress accident evaluations
* 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 various types of clients
* Responsible for retention and development of client relations
* Prepare oral and written reports in layman's terms that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation
* Deliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groups
* Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings
* Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies Position

Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required, Master's degree a plus
* Three to five years of civil/structural experience
* P.
E. (Professional Engineer) registration required through testing or ability to obtainwithin six months
* Must possess strong writing skills
* Public speaking experience a plus
* Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills Physical

Requirements:
* Ability to travel 25% of the time
* Ability to lift 50 lbs
* Ability to climb ladders and inspect roofs
* Ability to carry equipment to and from job sites
* Ability to work at various heights on structures
* Ability to maneuver in and around buildings and in confined spaces
* Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
* Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
* Ability to drive in all conditions
* Ability to fly on airplanes
* Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
* Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
* Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications S-E-A places a strong value on employee health and wellness across the company. As part of this commitment, S-E-A offers several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, such as medical, dental and vision plans, company-paid vacation, holiday and sick leave, parental leave, company-funded HSA, an employee assistance program and a wellness rewards program. Additionally, most offices have an on-site workout facility.