Civil Structural Engineer Job at Knott Laboratory, Austin, TX

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  • Knott Laboratory
  • Austin, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Civil/Structural Forensic Engineer (E.I.T.) – Austin, Texas

Knott Laboratory LLC is seeking a Civil Structural Engineer (E.I.T.) with a structural focused background to join our dynamic investigative team in Austin, Texas . This role is hybrid and based in the greater city of Austin, Texas. It offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse forensic engineering projects involving construction defect analysis and structural reconstruction across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

If you are a self-motivated professional who thrives in a client-facing environment that demands rigorous investigative techniques, attention to detail, effective project management, and strong communication skills - this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct inspections of various structure types including residential, commercial, industrial buildings, bridges, and parking garages. Must be comfortable on ladders, scaffolding, lifts, as well as in crawlspaces.
  • Prepare detailed inspection and design reports for clients, including potential legal litigation use.
  • Perform failure analysis and design repairs, restorations, or retrofits to ensure structural safety and functionality.
  • Ensure compliance with building codes and stay current with industry standards, emerging trends and knowledge of wind and seismic loads.
  • Develop scopes of work and budgets for project proposals.
  • Collaborate with Senior Engineering Experts to prepare exhibits, documents, and reports for depositions and trials.
  • Willingness to learn new skills, technologies, adapt, evolve, and expand professional and engineering expertise.
  • Self-motivated professional who exhibits strong interpersonal skills capable of fostering a growing clientele in a rapidly growing and dynamic market.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in structural engineering design, preferably in forensic or investigative contexts.
  • E.I.T. certification required.
  • Experience with construction management, project management, or structural design preferred.
  • Must be a resident of the Austin, Texas area (local candidates only).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
  • Proficiency with Autodesk computer aided design software, Microsoft Office Suite, emphasis on MS Teams and SharePoint.
  • Ability to work remotely and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Clean driving record with a valid U.S. Driver's License, and reliable personal vehicle for transportation. Regular regional travel is required.
  • Strong verbal communication and technical writing skills are essential to this role.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary : $80,000–$95,000 (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
  • Schedule : Full-time, Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
  • Work Setting : Hybrid—up to 60% remote/home office, 40% field inspections/site visits. Home office must be local to Austin, Texas
  • Benefits :
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Company Profit Sharing Plan
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,000/year)
  • Mileage reimbursement

About Knott Laboratory

With over 40 years of experience, Knott Laboratory is a leading forensic engineering firm. Our engineers regularly serve as expert witnesses, providing pre-litigation and post-litigation consulting, analysis, design, and exhibits for depositions and jury trials.

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Home office, Monday to Friday,

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