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U.S. Forensic, LLC, an ATS Family of Companies, assists commercial and industrial clients by performing forensic evaluations, reporting, and expert witness testimony. The firm’s capabilities include accident reconstruction; structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering; fire origin and cause; and environmental services. U.S. Forensic tailors its consulting engineering services to meet each client’s unique needs, and its experienced forensic engineers and investigators support a wide range of industries. As part of the ATS family, the company also offers expanded capabilities in testing, inspection, and calibration when a broader scope of services is required.

Applied Technical Services, LLC (ATS) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. ATS serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets, including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today, ATS employs nearly 2,100 team members across more than 95 locations throughout the United States.

Together, U.S. Forensic and ATS are driven by a shared purpose to create a safe and reliable world, delivering assurance through precise technical and professional services.

Job Title: Independent Consulting Opportunity – Structural Forensic Engineer (1099)

Position Type: 1099 independent contractor

Location: Nationwide

Job Overview: 

U.S. Forensic is seeking an experienced Professional Engineer specializing in Structural Forensics to provide consulting services on a contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for senior-level engineers seeking flexible, project-based assignments while applying deep technical expertise in forensic investigations, failure analysis, and expert consulting.

U.S. Forensic evaluates residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional structures. The selected independent contractor will perform forensic investigations related to structural failures, construction defects, damage causation, and other engineering matters, while developing objective, defensible opinions supported by sound engineering principles and methodologies.

This role is well-suited for a licensed Professional Engineer with forensic consulting experience who is comfortable working independently and may be called upon to provide litigation support, depositions, and expert testimony.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct forensic investigations involving structural failures, collapses, construction defects, and property damage claims.
• Perform site inspections and gather relevant field data, measurements, photographs, and documentation.
• Analyze structural systems and determine the cause, origin, and extent of reported damages or failures.
• Apply engineering principles, applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices to develop conclusions.
• Prepare clear, concise, and technically sound forensic engineering reports.
• Participate in depositions, mediation, arbitration, and trial proceedings as an expert witness when required.
• Communicate findings effectively with clients, attorneys, insurance professionals, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering standards, and forensic investigation methodologies.
• Perform other project-related consulting services as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in good standing; multiple state licensure preferred.
• Prior forensic engineering experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience investigating structural failures, construction defects, and damage causation matters.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50%, including short-notice travel in response to catastrophic events, natural disasters, and large-scale property loss investigations.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel independently to inspection sites throughout the assigned region.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience providing litigation support, depositions, or expert testimony preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments independently and meet project deadlines.

Engagement Structure:

• Independent Contractor (1099) relationship.
• Project-based assignments as opportunities arise.
• Flexible workload and scheduling.
• Competitive compensation based on assignment scope and complexity.
• Opportunity to support investigations across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
• Travel requirements vary based on project demand and geographic coverage.
• Contractor is responsible for all applicable taxes, licensing requirements, insurance, and business expenses associated with the engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Applied Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

U.S. Persons Only
A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). Accordingly, the company will consider only "U.S. Persons" for this position. A "U.S. Person" includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., "green card" holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

Please note, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies. Resumes submitted without an active agreement and prior coordination with our Talent team will not be eligible for placement fees.