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EFI Global

Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E.

EFI Global, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228

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Base pay range $115,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

EFI Global is a full‑service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm. Over the last four decades we have grown from a boutique firm handling insurance fraud and arson cases to a global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin‑and‑cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams worldwide share a dedication to expertise, quality and caring for customers. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists were selected for their technical proficiency, industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity.

PRIMARY PURPOSE To investigate events, systems, devices and/or failures and provide expert opinions; to provide guidance and leadership ethically and scientifically on complex engineering assignments; to contribute to overall profitability of the company through expert/engineering consulting services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide guidance and leadership to newer colleagues and/or those with less experience on complex engineering assignments.

Survey property, casualty and liability losses, typically at residential and commercial buildings and loss scenes.

Conduct investigations to determine the root cause of events and failures.

Work closely with engineers and investigators to produce detailed reports, drawings, and/or outline the cause and origin of losses and damages.

Develop plans, reports and drawings to meet client needs and document the failure analysis and causation of failures.

Provide expert testimony in a court of law and/or in depositions.

Determine applicable engineering practices to fulfill the prescribed scope of work, project specifics, timelines, and cost estimates for the professional services provided.

Document and maintain billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and engineering projects for clients.

Collaborate with sales and operations managers, architects, developers, insurance adjusters, claims managers and attorneys to develop demand for professional services.

Collaborate with EFI’s national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.

QUALIFICATIONS & LICENSES Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Licensing: Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state. Preference for multi‑state licensing and/or an active NCEES record.

Experience: Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

BENEFITS We offer a diverse and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO and more beginning your first day.

Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENTS Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace. EFI Global is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all qualified persons. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable fair chance ordinances.

Always accepting applications.

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