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Associate Forensics Engineer

$152,000 - $170,000 yearly
Full time Buildings - Commercial, Institute… Forensics

Job Description

We are looking for a licensed Design Professional with experience in modification and renovation of single-family, multi-family, and light commercial structures within local California jurisdictions.  The desired candidate is experienced at working with Contractors and Owners to quickly understand existing conditions and develop jurisdictional-compliant Construction Documents.  The ideal candidate will be experienced with fast-paced development of complete CD packages across multiple disciplines, from structural to architectural to basic MEP information using established company standards and templates. 

Projects range from minor to moderate extent with occasional partial or complete rebuilds.  The focus of the position will be insurance-funded repair and reconstruction within the Forensics Practice Area, though the position does not require prior experience in forensics or insurance work, provided the candidate demonstrates a strong ability to adapt to new challenges.

This role will integrate with our fully developed Forensics team in Northern California to anchor and represent our growing Southern California team.  Travel throughout the region is expected to interface directly with clients and collaborators. The candidate is expected to develop durable client relationships through strong performance, responsiveness, a flexible schedule and good business practices. 

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with Structural Engineering emphasis and 10+ years relevant experience with a stable job history.
  • California Civil Engineering license.
  • Experience building durable client relationships in the Forensics market, including Insurance Adjustors, Reconstruction Contractors, and Attorneys.   Established relationships that will follow you to Degenkolb are a plus.
  • Experience with generating, scoping, managing and successfully completing projects that generate revenue of $500,000+/year with an acceptable profit percentage.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage the development of Construction Documents for damage repair, written summaries of findings for damage assessments, and justifications for Code-compliance arguments.   Experience with expert witness reports, depositions, and trial testimony a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, leadership and staff across multiple offices and remote working environments, to supervise and mentor junior technical staff, and to interact effectively with clients and project team members outside of the firm.
  • Diverse working knowledge of steel, concrete, timber and masonry structural systems, as well as CAD, Code, Collaboration, and Analysis/Design software.  

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of California permitting requirements - e.g., CalGreen, Title 24 energy, ADA, WUI. 
  • Basic working knowledge of MEP systems.
  • Master's Degree in Structural Engineering.
  • California Structural Engineering license.

Why Join Us:

  • We’re an employee-owned firm built on collaboration, technical excellence, and respect for life outside of work. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who are deeply engaged in the industry and invested in developing others.
  • We offer a clear career path supported by structured professional development, mentorship, and opportunities to lead through committees and firm initiatives. With exposure to a diverse range of projects, you’ll build both depth and breadth in your experience.
  • Our compensation philosophy targets the 75th market percentile, and employee ownership gives you a direct stake in the firm’s long-term success.

Compensation & Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

  • Health and life insurance
  • 401(k) with company profit sharing
  • Employee ownership in a privately held stock plan
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Commuter benefits
  • Financial support for professional development and industry involvement

Note: The 40% travel selected below is LOCAL travel.

Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, meaning we do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. And we go beyond the laws - we are truly committed to increasing the diversity of our team and we value the different perspectives, skills, and experiences it brings to our firm.

 

Experience Desired

3. Senior (11-20 Yrs)

Travel Requirement

40%

Minimum License Req'd

Structural Engineer (SE)

Software Skills Desired

Microsoft Office

Mentoring Provided for Position

1. Formal Mentor with scheduled meetings

Provide Visa Support

Possibly, depends on multiple factors
Degenkolb
About Degenkolb

About Degenkolb
Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers brings over 80 years of innovation, client service, and continuous learning. We deliver structural solutions across healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal sectors—balancing technical excellence with real-world constraints like budget, schedule, and code requirements.

How We Work
We operate in a flexible hybrid environment built on collaboration, shared ownership, and respect for life outside of work. Teams are highly engaged in both project delivery and the broader industry, creating a culture that values continuous learning and practical impact.

 

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