Bureau Veritas is seeking qualified Structural Engineers with a Seismic focus for full-time seismic risk assessment consulting and limited structural repair/seismic retrofit design. This role emphasizes hands-on, client-facing on-site building assessments and preparation of detailed, technically sound reports. Knowledge of older or historic building types and former seismic code provisions is a plus. Special consideration will be given to applicants with expertise in ASCE-41 and earthquake damage loss models.
The role requires travel to client sites across the U.S. (primarily California), performing on-site evaluations and seismic risk assessments and structural forensics investigations, and producing reports that clearly communicate technical findings to clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct client-facing on-site assessments and prepare written reports accurately describing findings, including but not limited to:
- Seismic Risk Assessments (SRAs)
- ASCE 41 Tier 1 Reports
- Structural Building Systems Assessments (BSAs)
- General seismic and structural surveys
- Perform structural calculations in accordance with modern and historic building codes to support investigations or limited seismic retrofit projects.
- Conduct on-site reconnaissance, including visual observations, plan reviews, and evaluation of existing reports.
- Interview property owners, tenants, service providers, and local government representatives to collect key site information.
- Provide photographic documentation and field notes for use in reports.
- Conduct research, including building department records and online resources, to supplement on-site findings.
- Ensure reports meet client-specific scopes of work and Bureau Veritas quality standards.
- Manage project communication with internal teams and clients, updating progress, findings, and report delivery timelines.
- Apply technical expertise and judgment to adjust the scope or reporting approach based on site conditions or project requirements.
- Participate in limited structural repair or seismic retrofit design projects as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
- 2 - 7 years of seismic engineering experience, including:
- 2+ years of seismic design and analysis of buildings
- 2+ years of seismic risk assessment of buildings (experience may overlap with above)
- Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) license, or on a path to licensure.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Solid understanding of modern building codes, seismic provisions, and historic code requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex technical information to clients.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, inspection tools, smartphone apps, and related software.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while delivering quality work on time.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with ASCE-41 and earthquake damage loss modeling.
- Experience with performance-based seismic design and retrofit strategies.
- Knowledge of historic building types and older code provisions.
Why Join Bureau Veritas:
- Work on high-profile projects across diverse building types in seismically active regions.
- Focus on client-facing on-site assessments and detailed seismic/structural reporting.
- Collaborative and innovative environment with professional development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently legally authorized to work in the United States? (If No, please stop here. You are not eligible for employment until you obtain valid authorization to work in the U.S.)
- Are you a Professional Engineer in California or on a path to licensure?
- What is your city and state of residence?
- What is your salary requirement within the posted range?
- Please give me details about your structural forensic investigation experience?
- How many years of experience do you have conducting seismic risk assessments for buildings?
Work Location: Remote
