Forensic Engineer Contractor

Donan Engineering

Pittsburgh, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Acrobat, Broadband, Building Codes, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Construction Design, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Customer Support/Service, Editing, Electricity, Failure Analysis, Google Chrome Browser, Insurance, Intel Product Family, Internet/Online Service, Laptop PC, Materials Testing, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Word, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Engineer, Property Insurance, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Residential Construction, Scaffolding, Structural Engineering, Team Player, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Vehicle Driving, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Welcome to Donan Engineering (Powered by Alpine Intel), a leader in the property insurance intelligence industry. We are currently seeking a 1099 Independent Contractor professional Civil or Structural Engineer for work in the Pittsburgh area.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Site studies evaluating damages to materials or components for residential structures.
  • Write a technical report providing detailed and accurate information on completed projects.
  • Consistently communicate, document your communication, with clients to provide timelines and updates.
  • Provide excellent customer service to company internal and external customers.

Qualifications:

  • Registered as an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state where work is assigned and accepted.
  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, etc.)
  • Two plus years of experience in failure analysis, and knowledge of residential and construction, building codes, design, or related experience is highly preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Required to have strong technical writing abilities with experience using Microsoft Word.
  • Proficient with general computer skills (Microsoft Word, Google Chrome, etc.).
  • Must have superior customer service skills, be team oriented and enjoy service-oriented work.
  • Must be able to work efficiently without supervision.
  • Must have access to high-speed internet service and reliable cellular reception.
  • Must have or obtain a laptop with Microsoft Word and PDF editing software for report completion.
  • Must have or obtain necessary equipment to perform assigned and accepted forensic projects.

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequently required to stand on one's feet for prolonged periods of time.
  • Frequently required to lift and/or move objects weighing 50-100 lbs.
  • Frequently required to climb onto first and second story roofs, ascend/descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
  • Frequently required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
  • Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
  • Frequently required to drive a vehicle for extended periods of time.

Related Experience: Forensic Engineer, Civil Engineer, Design Engineer, Structural Engineer, Construction Management, Residential Construction, Residential Design.

To learn more about us visit donan.com.

About the Company

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Donan Engineering

Donan is a full-service, world class, forensic investigation firm with offices throughout the United States. Our services include forensic engineering, fire investigation, component testing and HVAC investigation. Since 1947, Donan's expert investigators have utilized a rewind approach to research incidents, reconstruct events and reveal causes.

Donan continues its legacy of innovation by providing leading-edge investigation tools. Donan is the first and only forensic firm to utilize an unmanned ground vehicle in an investigation, and they provide an expansive UAV program, deploying pilots from 16 locations across the country. For nearly seven decades clients have turned to Donan for first-rate expertise, conclusive answers, and superior insights through innovation.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
FOUNDED
1947
WEBSITE
https://www.donan.com/