How to vet structural and electrical inspectors for pre-purchase reports

[Avery.D]

I'm a first-time homebuyer in the final stages of closing on a 1950s ranch house, and my general home inspection revealed some potential foundation issues and outdated electrical wiring that the inspector recommended having a specialist evaluate. I'm now trying to schedule these follow-up pre-purchase inspections, but I'm unsure how to vet qualified structural engineers and electricians, what specific questions to ask them, and how to interpret their findings to negotiate with the seller. For buyers who have been through this, what was your process for managing multiple specialist inspections under a tight contract deadline, and how did you use the detailed reports to decide whether to ask for repairs, a price reduction, or even walk away from the deal?