Forensic Engineer

• Forensic analysis of component system failures and water infiltration of building envelope
• On site observations to investigate and document building envelope conditions
• Technical writing abilities a must – you will need the ability to compile observation data and research to produce a complete succinct report of investigation
• Attend meetings with building owners, contractors, developers and architects carries out both field and laboratory testing
  • Testing includes, but is not limited to:
    • Window testing both in the laboratory and in the field;
    • Air Barrier testing in the field;
    • ASTM E330 testing in the laboratory;
    • Fastener withdrawal testing in the field and laboratory;
    • Wind uplift testing in the field and in the laboratory
    • Forensic analysis of field samples;
    • Moisture testing of field samples; and
    • Field and laboratory testing of exterior walls
• Training and development of other staff
• Review calculations relating to new and existing buildings for Windloading (ASCE 7); load calculations and attachment requirements. Building drainage calculcations. Work with the design staff in the development of detailing to support calculated design loads.
• Participate in forensic analysis of existing buildings, and develop the in house protocols for testing of in-service materials.
• Work with the principal of the firm in the development of the field analysis practices and join in the training of field staff to enhance their skills in ASTM E2128 and ASTM E 2018 field evaluations.
• Participate in report writing and the development of report templates particularly in the area of materials analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Professional or structural engineer license required
• Experience in forensics and building envelope or related construction fields required
• Willingness to travel to our other US office locations