Intermediate Associate Engineer, Fire Investigations

at  30 Forensic Engineering

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience (post-degree) working at as a fire investigator.
• Currently registered with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia
• Additional certifications sought for this role: CFEI, CVFI, CFI, WETT, G1, LP, GPI
• Knowledge of regulatory codes and standards such as NFPA 921, 1033, and the Fire Code
• Exposure to engineering in a consulting environment preferred with a sound base in the application of engineering to solve complex problems
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Excellent technical writing skills are a mustAbility to communicate effectively with clients

The Intermediate Associate will report directly to the Senior Associate of the Fire Group. In addition, collaborating with other subject matter experts to consult with clients; perform examinations, testing, and analysis; and prepare engineering reports and findings in a clear, concise, efficient and professional manner.

• Provide technical leadership within the Group’s investigations, projects, and tasks, including the development and implementation of desk study and field investigations
• Mentoring, coaching and/or direct supervision of one or two Associates on investigation assignments; actively participate in Performance Management and Scorecard creation
• Working closely with Associates to perform fire and explosions at commercial, industrial and residential locations
• Directly liaise with clients on a regular basis and provide updates throughout the investigation
• Coordinate with Fire and Police Departments to request information related to investigations
• Demonstrate a commitment to the Strategic Plan and core values of the firm and develop testing and analysis protocols
• Participate with other -30- staff in business development, as well as the promotion of advancing market growth opportunities; attendance of industry seminars and events
• Become technically independent (i.e. final sign off) on all aspects of technical investigations
• Perform site examinations relating to loss/failure
• Test operation of systems and equipment
• Effectively communicate investigation and analysis findings to clients and others within boardrooms, during mediations, and trials
• Review plans and specifications to determine whether they meet relevant guidelines, codes, and other regulations
• Assist in developing and preparing engineering drawings and simulations from field measurements, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other data
• Prepare technical reports based upon sound investigations and analysis
• Manage projects according to client-approved scopes of work, and deliver high quality reports on time and within budget

• Work towards providing expert testimony in courtPerform additional duties as required