Civil or Structural Engineer (P.E. License Required) - Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.

We are currently seeking a Civil or Structural Engineer (P.E. License Required), to assist in the determination of origin, cause and extent of structural failures, roof damage, water intrusions, construction defects and other failures.  

The ideal candidate would live in or around Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Benton Harbor or South Haven, Michigan although candidates with strong engineering credentials residing outside these geographical areas will also be considered and are encouraged to apply. 

In return for your talent and effort, we offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), PTO, a flexible work schedule, and opportunities for advancement.  Shall also consider part-time candidates with flexible work schedules.

Duties in this key position involve the investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial properties for the purpose of resolving claims and legal disputes. Assignments may include foundation settlement investigations, structural assessments, storm related damages, site evaluations and vibration analysis including preparing oral and written reports that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation.  In some cases, you may also provide opinions and expert testimony.  Other duties include gathering photographic evidence, conducting investigations to document onsite conditions and oversight of field-testing.

• B.S. Civil or Structural Engineering degree or higher.
• P.E. License. 
• 2 to10+ yrs. of experience.
• Project Management and/or Field Investigation experience desired.
• Must have high level of analytical skills. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g., internal, and external).
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to, Microsoft Office Applications and computer assisted engineering and design software.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals as well as on occasion financial reports and legal documents.
• Capable of effectively presenting information to clients, insureds, public groups and/or boards of directors.
• Employee is frequently required to stand, walk on slope roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics and crawl under structures and tunnels, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.