Forensic Structural Engineering

Forensic Structural Engineer, Charlotte II
At Haag, a Salas O'Brien company, we've been a trusted leader in forensic engineering and consulting since 1924, helping clients solve complex, high-stakes problems when it matters most. We're equally committed to building a career environment where talented engineers can do their best work, grow their expertise, and make a real impact.
Haag remains focused on forensic engineering, and we now offer the added strength of a broader, employee-owned organization. Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We are engineered for impact, and we bring that same commitment to our people as we do to our projects. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for energy, manufacturing and industrial process, data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. We're seeking a Forensic Structural Engineer in the Charlotte, NC area. In this remote/home office role, you will investigate and evaluate the cause and extent of structural damage resulting from storms, natural disasters, fires/explosions, construction/design defects, accidents, foundation movement, and more.
Forensic Investigations: Conduct site inspections to determine the cause, origin, and extent of structural damage; Analysis & Reporting: Develop clear, well-supported conclusions and produce high-quality technical reports, documentation, and deliverables.
Provide timely, professional updates to clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders; Work independently from a home office while leveraging internal experts and resources; Project Ownership: Drive issues to resolution with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed customer expectations and applicable standards.
Contribute ideas that strengthen processes, tools, and customer outcomes; help others navigate change and adopt improvements.
2+ years of forensic engineering experience preferred.

• Strong technical writing skills are required; The ability to provide the utmost in customer service to our clients is a must.
• Technical proficiency with computers, phones, cameras, etc.

Ability to perform fieldwork, including confined spaces and roof inspections.
Must be able to carry ladders and operate required equipment.
Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally by vehicle or plane as needed.
Some overnight travel will be required. However, most investigations can be done without overnight travel.
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a closely related degree from an ABET-accredited university required.
Master of Science Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred.
Remote (home office) – Charlotte, NC area.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and company holidays
• Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.