Structural Engineer (Forensic PE) - Excellent Benefits
Salary: $100,000 - $170,000 per year
Location: Nashville, TN
Posted: December 23 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Pay: $100,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year
Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the Nashville, TN office.
Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have an active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
About Our Client
Our client is a respected engineering consulting firm specializing in forensic investigations, structural assessments, and expert analysis for a wide range of buildings and infrastructure. They are known for delivering high-quality solutions to attorneys, insurers, contractors, and property owners across the U.S.
Job Description
Our client seeks a mid-to-senior level Structural Engineer (PE) to join their Nashville team. This role focuses on forensic engineering, investigating building system failures, and producing expert technical reports.
Key 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.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s 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.
- Forensic/litigation experience preferred.
- Valid U.S. work authorization and driver’s license.
Why This is a Great Opportunity
- Work with a reputable and growing forensic engineering firm.
- Engage in high-impact projects involving structural investigations and expert consulting.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan with an exceptional 3:1 company match.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – you’ll become a part-owner of the company through an additional retirement program that requires no contribution. It’s a free benefit simply for being an employee.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance