Rimkus

Forensic engineering consulting for insurance disputes

Senior Structural Engineer - Global Energy Services

Structural EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCalgary, AB, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution is required.
Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng. in Canada and/or P.E. in the U.S.) is required.
Multi-jurisdictional licensing or eligibility is required.
10–12 years of engineering experience, including forensic investigation and failure analysis, is required.
Experience in conventional and renewable energy sectors, including industrial facilities, pipelines, and processing plants, is required.
Experience with large-scale complex structural systems in steel, concrete, and wood, from design concept through construction and final approvals, is required.
Prior experience supporting insurance claims, risk assessments, and litigation is required.
Strong relationships in property insurance and legal sectors are required.
Experience leading teams of engineers and technicians is required.
Strong leadership skills and readiness to lead enterprise-level programs are required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities and understanding of root cause analysis methodologies are required.
Written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing and presentations, are required.
Knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and regulations is required.
Strong project management and organizational skills are required.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment is required.
Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, procedures, terms, conditions, and nomenclature associated with the insurance industry and the assigned area of engineering specialty is required.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions is required.
Knowledge of computer software applications, including computer-assisted engineering and design software, is required.
Ability to initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships is required.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, clients, public groups, and boards of directors is required.
Ability to perform site work involving outdoor and industrial environmental conditions, climbing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, working at heights, and working in confined spaces as needed is required.

Responsibilities

Apply advanced engineering knowledge to investigate and assess complex failures involving structural systems in buildings, structures, and industrial complexes across a broad range of industry sectors.
Deliver forensic analyses and technical reports to clients in insurance, legal, government, and private sectors.
Conduct investigations and stakeholder interviews to obtain facts and information needed to solve complex cases.
Complete building restoration designs to support building reconstruction permit applications.
Lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and oversee the professional development of professional staff.
Build and manage a regional team of engineering experts across multiple offices in Canada and the United States.
Provide customer service and responsiveness to customer needs.
Work with sales and marketing team members to support client satisfaction, grow client relationships, and conduct direct marketing at industry conferences.
Lead and conduct forensic investigations to determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures.
Lead a regional team of structural engineers, expand existing offices, and support growth of new offices in multiple provinces.
Determine the origin, cause, scope of damage, and repair costs for structural failures, design defects, construction issues, and damage due to loading, fire, explosion, geotechnical issues, and degradation.
Perform site inspections in industrial, commercial, and energy environments; conduct technical analysis; and produce forensic reports describing the causes and origins of construction defects or structural failures.
Conduct root cause analysis and evaluate design, installation, maintenance, and operational factors contributing to failures.
Develop repair, remediation, and reconstruction recommendations, including design specifications where applicable.
Prepare clear, concise, and defensible technical reports for clients, insurers, and legal stakeholders.
Serve as an expert witness in litigation, arbitration, and mediation proceedings when required.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to intermediate and junior engineers and contribute to quality assurance practices.
Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery, accuracy, and adherence to company standards.
Support client relationship development through meetings, presentations, and industry events.
Attend occasional local-office visits and frequent worksites and project locations; travel is an essential component of the role.

Desired Qualifications

Advanced degrees are an asset.
Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Senior Structural Engineer - Global Energy Services

Rimkus · Calgary, Canada · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-16

Workplace: on_site

Department: Forensics

Description

Rimkus is a global leader in engineering and technical consulting, providing expert services across the insurance, legal, industrial, and commercial sectors. Our team of engineers, scientists, and technical specialists deliver world-class forensic investigation, failure analysis, and consulting services that support informed decision-making for clients worldwide.

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with extensive experience in design, construction and failure analysis. This senior-level position will conduct investigations to determine the origin and root causes of failures, structural malfunctions, product defects and performance issues. Complete design of structural restoration and repair works including reconstruction design, repair scope, cost estimates and building permits, following damages due to any cause.

This role combines technical excellence, investigative expertise, and client-facing consulting to support complex projects involving commercial and industrial facilities and infrastructure.

You will have experience working for insurance, legal, industrial and other clients. Skilled at providing oral and written reports of findings and expert testimony.

Provide project management and technical oversight of other engineers for multiple projects. Responsible for overseeing the work and managing development of other Engineers and Engineers-in-Training (EITs).

Your technical leadership will build on our culture of excellence. Your leadership will be essential in helping clients make informed decisions and resolve complex legal and insurance matters.

Are You an Ideal Candidate?

We are looking for professionals who are leaders in their field and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are driven to provide the highest-quality results while maintaining strong client relationships.

Apply advanced engineering knowledge to investigate and assess complex failures involving structural systems in buildings, structures and industrial complexes, in a broad range of industry sectors.
Deliver comprehensive forensic analyses and technical reports to clients across insurance, legal, government, and private sectors who represent the world’s most recognized and respected organizations.
Practice investigative and interview skills with a broad range of stakeholders to obtain the facts, background and information required to solve complex cases.
Complete building restoration designs to support application for building permits for building reconstruction.
Lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and leverage our global network of experts. overseeing the professional development of professional staff.
Ability and interest to build and manage a regional team of engineering experts in multiple offices across Canada and USA.
Apply your leadership in an energetic, people focused, entrepreneurial culture.
Promote and provide superior customer service and responsiveness to customer needs.
Work with sales and marketing team members to ensure client satisfaction, grow client relationships and provide direct marketing at industry conferences
Contribute to a rapidly growing, industry-leading, global organization known for technical excellence and client service.
Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and opportunities for professional growth and leadership.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead and conduct forensic investigations to determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures.
Lead a regional team of structural engineers, expand our current offices and support growth of new offices in multiple provinces.
Determine origin, cause, scope of damage and repair costs for structural failures, design defects, construction issues and damages due to loading, fire, explosion, geotechnical and degradation.
Perform site inspections across industrial, commercial, and energy environments, conduct technical analysis, produce forensic reports detailing the causes and origins of construction defects and/or structural failures.
Conduct root cause analysis and evaluate design, installation, maintenance, and operational factors contributing to failures. Develop repair, remediation, and reconstruction recommendations, including design specifications where applicable.
Have high level analytical skills, acute attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including computer assisted engineering and design software.
Prepare clear, concise, and defensible technical reports for clients, insurers, and legal stakeholders.
Serve as an expert witness in litigation, arbitration, and mediation proceedings when required.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to intermediate and junior engineers and contribute to quality assurance practices.
Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery, accuracy, and adherence to company standards.
Ability to initiate, develop and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
Capable of effectively presenting information to top management, clients, public groups and/or boards of directors.
Support client relationship development, including participation in meetings, presentations, and industry events.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education & Licensing

Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution. Advanced degrees an asset.
Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng. in Canada and/or P.E. in the U.S.) required.
Multi-jurisdictional licensing or eligibility.
Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Experience

10-12 years of engineering experience, including forensic investigation and failure analysis.
Experience in the conventional and renewable energy sectors, including industrial facilities, pipelines and processing plants.
Experience with large scale complex structural systems in steel, concrete, wood from design concept through construction and final approvals.
Prior experience supporting insurance claims, risk assessments and litigation.
Strong relationships in property insurance and legal sectors.
Expert witness experience.
Experience leading teams of engineers and technicians.

Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership skills and readiness to lead enterprise level programs.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a solid understanding of root cause analysis methodologies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing and presentations.
Knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and regulations.
Strong project management, organizational, and leadership skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, procedures, terms, conditions and nomenclature associated with the insurance industry and assigned area of engineering specialty.

Work Environment

Combination of fieldwork and office/remote work.
This position offers a work-from-home arrangement; however, you will be expected to attend occasional visits to our local office as required. In addition, frequent visits to our worksites and project locations will be part of the role, at times more than twice per week, so travel is an essential component of this position. Strong communication and client relations skills and the ability to build and maintain ongoing rapport with clients are also critical to success in this role.
Exposure to various environmental conditions, including outdoor and industrial settings.
Physical requirements include climbing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and working at heights or in confined spaces as needed.

Why Join Rimkus

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.
Professional development and continuing education support.
Flexible and hybrid work arrangements.
Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects in the energy sector.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment focused on technical excellence and career growth.
Significant career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
RPP - Group RRSP
Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
Paid Time Off Benefits
Work From Home - Flexible hours
Training & Development

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About the Company

Rimkus

Forensic engineering consulting for insurance disputes

Rimkus provides independent forensic engineering and technical consulting to support insurance claims, legal disputes, and risk management. Its work involves investigating failures and accidents to determine root causes, analyzing data from site visits, lab tests, and simulations, and delivering reports and expert testimony that help insurers, law firms, and corporations resolve claims and litigation. The company differentiates itself through a long track record of objective analysis, an extensive global footprint with over 110 offices, and a growth strategy built on acquisitions and private-equity investment that expanded service lines and geographic reach. Rimkus’ goal is to be a leading, globally connected provider of technically rigorous, objective engineering analysis for insurance, legal, and corporate clients, growing through strategic acquisitions to widen capabilities and reach.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Founded: 1983

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