Nederveld Inc seeks a hands-on Structural Forensic Engineer to investigate failures in building structures and envelopes across field, lab, and office settings in Knoxville, TN (onsite).
Responsibilities
- Complete hands-on failure analysis assignments in the field and testing facility
- Document facts and report finalization of findings
- Technical research
- Ability to apply theories and knowledge to real world situations
- Complete assignments on time as requested by client
- Conduct ethical practices consistently
- Convey complex issues in an understandable manner to a lay audience through report writing
Requirements
- Self-motivated
- Problem-solving
- Detail-oriented
- Written and verbal communication
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Master’s in civil engineering preferred
- Professional structural engineer experience
- 10 or more years of engineering design experience
- 5 years supervisory or project management experience
- Licensed Professional Engineer
- Licensed Structural Engineer preferred
- Valid Driver’s License in good standing, and demonstrated safe driving habits
- Ability to pass a background check as required for the position
Travel
Regular travel will be required as a part of the Structural Forensic Engineer job. Some overnight travel may be required.
Physical Demands
This position is a combination of fieldwork, travel-related work, and sedentary work. An employee is regularly required to drive, stand, sit, walk, reach, type, talk, hear, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50 pounds. An employee may also be required to traverse wooded and/or uneven terrain, enter structures, use ladders, walk on roofs, enter small spaces, and work in various weather conditions.
Disclaimer
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Position Type / Expected Hours
This is a full-time position. Some flexibility in hours is permitted, but s/he must be available during the standard work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
