Current Openings
SDII Global Corporation is a fast growing Forensic Engineering firm and is a preferred vendor for dozens of regional and national insurance companies throughout the United States. Current career opportunities include:
Field Geologist
We are currently seeking responsible, eager, degreed candidates to join our team.
Description:
- Ensure homeowner or representative has been introduced to the drilling team and the drilling process explained.
- Monitor/Log ASTM D 1586-99 Standard Test method for Penetration Test and Split-Barrel Sampling of soils to include opening spoons.
- Meet Company standards for completion of each boring, reviewing engineering and geology requirements for boring locations.
- Take before and after pictures of each boring location completed. Include pictures of the path the drill rig has taken from the truck to the boring and to each boring location. Submit the required pictures to the drilling Administrative Assistant at the end of each project.
- Collect soils for laboratory analysis. Complete and submit all required boring logs and forms for each project site with the soils at the end of each workday to the Geology Department.
- Contact Project Manager prior to moving and abandoning boring.
- Ensure tools, drill rig, truck, trailer, warehouse grounds and residential sites are maintained in the appropriate manner. Report any deficiencies to the Director, Field Services.
- Comply with operational and safety standards, ensuring safe operations of drill rig and equipment. Ensure the drill crew is dressed appropriately for the job site, including use of Personal Protective Equipment while working at the site (hard hat, hearing protection, heavy work boot). Notify supervisor or HR of any safety related deficiencies or concerns.
- Review schedule for each following day-s activity, if available.
- Maintain an accurate record of hours worked and footage drilled for the drill crew; ensure information is submitted and signed to Drilling Administrative Assistant on a daily basis to ensure accurate payroll and project invoicing.
- Comply with daily production and drilling hour operational goals.
- Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the Director, Field Services.
Skills/Requirements:
Requires a bachelor's degree in Geology, or similar concentration. Candidates must be detail-oriented and a team player. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, and should be analytical, organized, and possess excellent time management skills. Candidates must also possess a valid Florida driver's license, be able to pass a pre-employment background search and drug screening. Occasional overtime and overnight travel throughout the state of Florida is required. Only applicants with the required degree and qualifications will be considered.
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Principal Engineer
Description:
We are seeking talented, motivated Professional Engineers in the southeast and mid-west United States. SDII Engineers perform site inspections on residential and commercial buildings as related to areas of reported damage and/or defects. Our engineers determine the cause and origin of the damage and/or defect based on the evaluation of field observations. A detailed engineering report is generated which clearly describes the observed conditions and professional opinion as to the cause of the distress and as well as general recommendations for repair and/or replacement of the subject area of the structure. We currently have openings for licensed P.E.'s in the following cities and surrounding regions:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Metairie, Louisiana
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Nashville, Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee
Principal Duties and Responsibilities for this position:
- Provide residential and commercial site investigations to determine cause and origin of structural failure.
- Investigate and assess damages due to catastrophes such as storm damage, hurricanes, and floods.
- Provide signed and sealed detailed reports outlining cause and origin of damage to clients.
- Mange multiple projects and assumes responsibility for project execution within budget and on time.
- Research technical publications and literature in support of evaluations.
- Provide leadership and mentoring to other Engineers.
- Review work of Senior and Staff Engineers and Engineering Intern(s).
- Communicate directly with clients regarding project status.
- Market Engineering Services when not directly working on a job.
- Interview prospective personnel for Engineering Department positions, as needed.
- Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the President.
Experience/Performance Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling required.
- Requires strong analytical and field inspection skills
- Ability to interact and work well with others.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative, ability to be organized and to meet deadlines.
- Work to continue personal competency through education, outside literature, seminars.
- Computer knowledge of Windows environment, Microsoft Office, ability to learn and use other software programs.
- Possess a state Driver’s License and ability to use personal vehicle for Company business.
- Adhere to the Company Drug Free Workplace Policy and successfully complete pre-employment and random drug screenings.
- Successfully complete background-screening process, including criminal, social security verification, credit history, workers’ compensation, and MVR screenings.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required. Master’s degree preferred.
P.E. license in respective state required, at minimum. Minimum eight (8) years engineering experience and three (3) years forensic experience required. Experience working with law firms and insurance companies required. Deposition and expert testimony experience preferred.
Personal Qualities:
- Willingness to carry out the mission of SDII Global Corporation.
- Ability to work as a team member and leader.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
- Professional appearance and behavior.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
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Important Notes
SDII offers full-time employees a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits including 100% company-paid employee health insurance, rich dental and vision plans, $50,000 term employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, 401(k) + company match, employer paid smoking cessation, FSA account, plus many other great benefits! Benefits available to regular, full-time employees after successful completion of 90 day introductory period. All new employees must be able to successfully complete background-screening process, including criminal, social security verification, credit history, workers’ compensation, and MVR screenings.
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