Junior Forensic Engineer (Field Support & Administrative) | Entry Level
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Pay: $30–$35/hr
Posted: 2 days ago
Location: Orlando, FL (Hybrid)
Last Updated: 1 day ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 12/14/2026
Job Description
Junior Forensic Engineer (Field Support & Administrative) | Entry Level Black Knight Engineering Orlando, FL 32810 Hybrid work $30 - $35 an hour - Full-time Apply with Indeed About Us Black Knights Engineering Services is a veteran-owned forensic and structural engineering firm providing property damage assessments, insurance claims engineering, and field inspection services across Florida and Texas. Our work includes wind, hail, flood, and workmanship-deficiency evaluations. About the Role We're looking for an engineering graduate or engineering-minded professional to support our Principal Engineer in the field and the office. You'll work alongside a licensed engineer on real forensic investigations, build hands-on experience toward Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status and licensure, and help keep our inspection operations running. This is a hybrid role that combines technical field support with logistics and administration and expanded engineering responsibilities. Responsibilities Technical and Engineering Support Assist with proximity analysis of storm event data (SPC/NCEI) relative to subject properties Support
NOAA/NCEI
weather verification research using Local Climatological Data (LCD) Provide informed field observations on construction methods, building envelope systems, and roofing conditions Assist with photo documentation during site visits, following established numbering conventions Field Support Drive the Principal Engineer to and from inspections across the Orlando metro and central Florida Load, unload, and carry field equipment (cameras, ladders, moisture meters, and similar gear), including items up to 50 lbs Administrative Support Organize and maintain digital and physical claim files Schedule and coordinate inspection appointments and manage the daily and weekly field calendar Perform data entry and support claim tracking spreadsheets and correspondence Handle general office tasks and other duties as assigned by the Principal Engineer Qualifications Preferred Bachelor's degree (or current coursework) in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field EIT certification or FE exam passed or in progress Hands-on construction, roofing, or building-trades experience Prior exposure to insurance claims, forensic engineering, or property inspection Familiarity with weather and storm data sources (NOAA, NCEI, SPC) Required Valid driver's license and a clean driving record Strong organizational skills and proficiency in Excel and scheduling tools Comfortable with a multi-stop daily travel schedule Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors on active property sites Clear written and verbal communication skills Schedule Monday to Friday, full-time In the office about 1 to 2 days per week for file and administrative work Remaining days in the field supporting inspections across central Florida Some flexibility in daily routing, coordinated with the
Principal Engineer Work Location:
Hybrid, Orlando, FL 32810 How to
Apply:
Submit your resume and a cover letter through Indeed. Black Knights Engineering Services is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Pay:
$30.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location:
In person
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