Lead forensic investigations involving bridge and highway assets, including superstructure/substructure components
Conduct site inspections and evidence collection following failures, load events, deterioration concerns, construction deficiencies, inspection disputes, or incident-related claims
Determine cause, origin, extent, and contributing factors
Prepare independent, litigation-ready expert reports for arbitration, mediation, and court proceedings
Provide expert witness testimony in depositions, arbitration, and/or court
Collaborate with attorneys, insurers, owners, contractors, and other technical experts
Advise clients on remediation/repair options, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution strategy
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; advanced degree preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state required; multi-state licensure preferred
Minimum 1+ year of experience serving as an Expert Witness, with formal testimony provided in depositions and/or court proceedings
10+ years of highway and/or bridge engineering experience, including design, inspection, or rehabilitation
Experience with bridge inspection standards, load rating, and deterioration assessment
Demonstrated forensic engineering and litigation consulting experience
Strong client delivery, communication, and relationship management skills
Experience supporting business development efforts, proposal preparation, and client engagement
Benefits
A strong collaborative culture
The opportunity to solve problems creatively
Contribute to our innovative direction
Be valued as an individual
Leverage HKA’s strong network and presence in various industries