Structural Forensic Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

TRC Forensic Engineering is seeking a licensed Structural Forensic Engineer to perform forensic investigations and structural evaluations for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. This role involves assessing structural failures, property damage, and insurance-related claims, preparing detailed engineering reports, and providing expert technical opinions. The ideal candidate will have significant forensic engineering experience, strong client-facing skills, and the ability to support business development efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic investigations involving structural failures and property damage.
• Evaluate roofing systems, foundation settlement, retaining walls, water intrusion, structural distress, and sinkhole-related damage.
• Perform field inspections, analyze findings, and prepare comprehensive engineering reports.
• Provide expert opinions and technical recommendations for clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with insurance carriers, attorneys, property owners, and consultants.
• Maintain and develop client relationships to support business growth.
• Participate in networking events, industry conferences, and marketing initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Tennessee PE preferred.
• Additional state PE licenses are highly desirable.
• Extensive experience in forensic engineering and insurance-related investigations.
• Strong technical report writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Proven client management and relationship-building abilities.

Preferred Experience

• Property & Casualty insurance claim investigations.
• Structural damage assessments and failure analysis.
• Roofing and building envelope evaluations.
• Foundation settlement and retaining wall investigations.
• Water infiltration and moisture-related damage assessments.
• Sinkhole and geotechnical-related structural evaluations.
• Business development or seller-doer experience.

About Our Company

SERVICE   l   INNOVATION   l   QUALITY 

Founded in 1989, TRC Worldwide Engineering, Inc. is a full service, multi-disciplinary engineering firm, providing exceptional quality and service in: Structural, Steel Detailing, Restoration & Inspection, MEP, Transportation, Parking Structure Design and Architectural Support. 

We believe that teamwork and diversity enable us to design solutions that are tailored to meet each client’s goals. Through experience, our clients know TRC doesn’t simply complete the project, but also builds strong, long-term relationships. 

Compensation & Benefits
Your health, well-being and financial stability are important to us. Our competitive compensation also includes a range of benefits such as: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending & dependent care spending, life and disability, 401(k) with Roth option, discretionary employer match, Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, holidays, vacation, and sick time. 

TRC Worldwide Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.