Civil Structural Engineer (Forensic Engineering)

S-E-A, Ltd. employs curious, intelligent, life-long learners with a strong sense of integrity. We are a national forensic engineering firm with over 50 years in the industry. We are adding to our Chicago team due to growth! We work with national law firms, insurance companies and manufacturers to investigate the "why" when things fail. Our staff evaluates a wide range of failures, allowing for a complex and ever-changing workflow. We love what we do and the company behind it. Come see how to Be Better at SEA, Ltd.!

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Conduct structural field investigations and analyze failures involving various structural and construction related problems involving residential, commercial and industrial properties

• Determine of the origin and cause, and extent of structural failures, water intrusions, roof damage, construction defects and building system failures including envelope, roof, wall and glazing

• Assignments may include foundation settlement investigations, structural assessments, site evaluations, sub-surface 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 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

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree highly preferred in Architecture, Civil or Structural Engineering

• Minimum of seven (7) years of post-academic civil / structural engineer experience

• P. E. registration

• S.E. registration is required

• Must possess strong writing skills

• Public speaking experience a plus

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Ability to climb ladders and inspect roofs

• Ability to maneuver in and around buildings and in confined spaces

• Ability to drive to site locations

Benefits:

• Extensive forensic training

• Bonus program

• Medical, dental vision coverage

• On-site fitness facility

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid vacation, sick days and holidays

• Company-paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance

• Company provided phone/iPad

• Tuition Reimbursement program

• Parental leave policy

• Flexplace policy following training

SEA places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company. We believe these values result in a more enriched work environment for our employees and allow us to best provide to our clients. SEA is also focused on, and committed to, staff health and wellbeing. We offer several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program and a Motion Wellness Program that rewards activity through contributions to employee HSA accounts.

SEA is a dedicated equal opportunity employer, evaluating all qualified applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.