25 Forensic engineer jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Forensic Engineer Jobs in 2026

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Some forensic engineer jobs require a bachelor’s degree in engineering, an engineering license, and significant job experience. However, many jobs require a master’s degree or doctorate. In these education programs, you study the complexities of engineering. You can apply this knowledge to practical examples to help hone your forensic engineering skills. After graduation, you need to follow your state licensing procedures. Additionally, you must obtain a certification in the forensics specialty through the International Institute of Forensic Engineering Sciences. This process takes about a year to complete.

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Top Types Of Forensic Engineer Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Forensic Engineer positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Forensic Mechanical Engineer

    Salary range: $81,500 - $126,500

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  • Forensic Science Teaching

    Salary range: $43,500 - $55,500

    Forensic Science Teaching is a typical job search query Most salaries for Forensic Science Teaching jobs pay between $43,500 (25th percentile) and $55,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Forensic Science Teaching job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Forensic Structural Engineer

    Salary range: $97,000 - $134,500

    A forensic structural engineer handles the investigation and inspection of building structures to ensure compliance with industry regulation and discover reasons for failure. Your primary responsibilities in this career have you analyzing damage to structures, identifying causes of structural failures, and preparing reports on your findings. Your duties may also include developing protocols for dealing with compliance issues, reviewing photos and site information, and researching code specifications. A forensic structural engineer often works on multiple projects, visits various field sites, and collaborates with several team members.

  • Fea Engineer

    Salary range: $84,000 - $116,500

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  • Agricultural Engineer

    Salary range: $82,500 - $83,000

    Agricultural engineering is the design of equipment, structures, and farming systems for agricultural industries. As an agricultural engineer, your responsibilities may include the design of everything, from new harvesting tools, to grain storage facilities, to aquaculture systems. These duties include extensive use of CAD design software. You are also expected to manage agriculture projects. In some cases, agricultural engineers work with a team to ensure they complete projects on time. In addition, you must be able to resolve problems related to food production or equipment failure.

  • Forensic Biomechanics

    Salary range: $87,500 - $130,000

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  • Remote Nastran

    Salary range: $114,000 - $158,500

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  • Mechanical Engineering

    Salary range: $81,500 - $126,500

    Mechanical Engineering is a popular job search query. Most salaries for Mechanical Engineering jobs pay between $81,500 (25th percentile) and $126,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Mechanical Engineering job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Hydraulic Modelling

    Salary range: $41,500 - $60,000

    Hydraulic Modelling is a typical job search query Most salaries for Hydraulic Modelling jobs pay between $41,500 (25th percentile) and $60,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Hydraulic Modelling job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Bsmet

    Salary range: $60,500 - $90,500

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