Senior Structural Engineer, PE

U.S. Forensic, LLC, an ATS Family of Companies, assists commercial and industrial clients by performing forensic evaluations, reporting, and expert witness testimony. The firm’s capabilities include accident reconstruction; structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering; fire origin and cause; and environmental services. U.S. Forensic tailors its consulting engineering services to meet each client’s unique needs, and its experienced forensic engineers and investigators support a wide range of industries. As part of the ATS family, the company also offers expanded capabilities in testing, inspection, and calibration when a broader scope of services is required.

Applied Technical Services, LLC (ATS) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. ATS serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets, including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today, ATS employs nearly 2,100 team members across more than 95 locations throughout the United States.

Together, U.S. Forensic and ATS are driven by a shared purpose to create a safe and reliable world, delivering assurance through precise technical and professional services.

Job Title: Senior Structural Engineer (PE)

Employment Type: Full-Time or 1099 Contract

Location: Remote – Open to Candidates Nationwide

Job Overview: U.S. Forensic is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer (PE) with expertise in structural forensics to support forensic investigations and engineering projects within a designated regional territory. This opportunity is open to qualified candidates nationwide, with remote work flexibility. Both full-time employees and independent contractors (1099) will be considered.

This role is ideal for experienced, senior-level engineers who are seeking flexible, project-driven work while applying their technical expertise to complex forensic investigations. U.S. Forensic evaluates residential, commercial, and industrial structures, and the selected engineer will independently investigate structural failures, construction defects, and damage causation matters. The successful candidate will develop defensible engineering opinions supported by sound methodology, provide technical leadership across a variety of projects, and, when necessary, deliver expert testimony.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in structural engineering, hold an active Professional Engineer (PE) license, and demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate findings through detailed reports, client interactions, and legal proceedings.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed forensic investigations involving structural failures, building damage, construction deficiencies, code-related issues, and causation analyses for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Perform on-site inspections to evaluate structural conditions, document observations, collect data, take measurements, and preserve evidence relevant to engineering assessments.
• Analyze structural systems utilizing engineering principles, applicable building codes, industry standards, construction documents, and supporting technical data.
• Determine the cause, origin, extent, and responsibility of structural failures, property damage, and construction-related defects.
• Prepare clear, thorough, and defensible engineering reports, including findings, opinions, conclusions, repair recommendations, and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with clients, attorneys, insurance carriers, contractors, architects, and other stakeholders throughout the investigation and reporting process.
• Provide technical consultation and expert opinions during litigation, mediation, arbitration, or insurance claim proceedings.
• Deliver deposition and expert witness testimony when required and support legal teams with technical analysis and case preparation.
• Manage multiple assignments while maintaining project schedules, budgets, and high-quality deliverables.
• Stay current with evolving building codes, engineering standards, forensic methodologies, and industry best practices.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required; ability to obtain licensure in additional states as needed.
• Structural engineering experience, with forensic engineering, failure analysis, property loss investigations, or construction defect investigations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, building materials, construction methods, and applicable building codes and standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven technical writing skills with experience preparing detailed forensic engineering reports and defensible conclusions.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience interacting with attorneys, insurance carriers, property owners, contractors, and other project stakeholders preferred.
• Prior litigation support, deposition, arbitration, mediation, or expert witness testimony experience preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally for site inspections and client meetings.

Employment Options:

• Full-time employee (W-2) or independent contractor (1099)
• Flexible, project-based workload with opportunities for recurring assignments
• Remote work with regional travel for inspections and investigations
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and assignment scope
• Professional administrative and technical support provided

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability

Applied Technical Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Please note, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies. Resumes submitted without an active agreement and prior coordination with our Talent team will not be eligible for placement fees.

Salary : $100,000 - $150,000