Forensic engineer, fire and explosion

4 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Intact Full time

Overview Forensic Engineer, Fire and Explosion – Intact We are seeking a Forensic Engineer, Fire and Explosion for our Claims Department to play a key role in supporting our growth. In an ongoing effort to better control claims management and improve the claims experience for policyholders, Intact is building a first-rate in-house team for technical investigation of the cause and origin of losses. Through a process of investigation and research, you will have to understand and determine the cause of the damage while eliminating other possible causes. You will have to recreate the sequence of events that led to the loss and validate these steps with up-to-date scientific knowledge. By validating the hypotheses and testing the scenarios to be studied, you will have to apply the scientific method to the identification of the causes of losses. In addition, you will have to produce abridged and detailed reports in the event of more serious damages. You will also be called to testify in court to share your expert opinion. Responsibilities Complete assignments for our internal and external adjusters and file handlers, and work with our building appraisers. Meet with policyholders to fully understand the circumstances surrounding their claim. You will be required to investigate loss sites to determine the cause and circumstances of fires. Check for explosion, equipment electrical failure, malpractice, etc. Document the scene, and express and support your opinion as to the probable cause of the damage. In addition to recording your opinion in writing, you will also be called upon to contribute your technical expertise to help resolve disputes during claims. Participate in joint analysis of specimens related to the cause of claims. Record and manage the storage of the specimens related to your files. Carry out any other related tasks. Requirements Thorough knowledge of buildings, construction methods, heat transfer and the laws governing fire propagation. Through a process of investigation and research, you will need to understand and identify the root cause of the damage and rule out other possible causes. You will need to recreate the sequence of events that led to the loss and validate these steps with up-to-date scientific knowledge. By validating assumptions and testing scenarios as required, you will apply the scientific method to identify the cause of losses. A bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or relevant applied sciences with at least five years of experience is required. Licensure with a provincial Engineering Association, or eligibility for licensure, is required. Desired Skills In addition to the technical knowledge and physical skills required for the position, you will need to demonstrate good oral and written communication skills to explain the cause and origin of losses. You will be required to provide short but detailed reports or detailed ones for more significant losses. You will also be called upon to testify in court to present your expert opinion. As such, experience in insurance and as an expert before the courts would be a major asset. Certification The candidate must hold or be able to obtain CFI, CFEI, CFVI or WETT certification. What we offer Notre formule hybride permet de maintenir un équilibre entre le télétravail et les avantages des interactions en personne. En Travaillant Chez Nous, Vous Aurez Tous Les Outils Pour Donner Le Meilleur De Vous-Même Chaque Jour. Voici Ce à Quoi Vous Pouvez Attendre En Devenant Un Membre Permanent De Notre Équipe Un régime complet d’avantages financiers qui reconnaît vos succès Un régime d’achat d’actions des employés parmi les meilleurs de l’industrie, avec une cotisation de contrepartie correspondant à 50 % des actions nettes achetées Un régime de retraite et d’avantages sociaux flexible et complet, et un service de soins de santé virtuels Des aménagements de travail flexibles La possibilité d\'acheter jusqu\'à cinq jours de congé supplémentaires chaque année Un compte de dépenses mieux-être pour favoriser un mode de vie sain et actif Un accès à des outils et à des ressources qui vous aident à rester en santé physiquement et mentalement, à accueillir le changement et à communiquer avec vos collègues Un écosystème d’apprentissage dynamique en milieu de travail, offrant des parcours d’apprentissage, du contenu interactif en ligne et des programmes inspirants Des réseaux inclusifs dirigés par des employés pour informer, inspirer, faire entendre, établir des relations et offrir des occasions de perfectionnement Des dirigeants et des collègues inspirants qui vous soutiennent et contribuent à votre développement Un programme d’action communautaire, car ce qui vous tient à cœur fait partie de ce qui vous rend unique et la façon dont vous redonner à la collectivité doit l\'être tout autant Égalité d’accès à l’emploi Le respect est une des valeurs d’Intact. Pour nous, cela veut dire voir la diversité comme une force. Nous veillons à offrir un milieu de travail accessible où tout le monde se sent valorisé, inclus et encouragé à partager son point de vue unique. Nous encourageons les candidatures de personnes appartenant à des groupes dignes d’équité, notamment les femmes, les Autochtones, les personnes handicapées, les personnes noires et les personnes faisant partie de la communauté 2ELGBTQI+. Dans le cadre de l’engagement d’Intact envers la réconciliation, nous reconnaissons que nous travaillons, nous nous réunissons et voyageons dans un territoire habité à l’origine par les Premières Nations, les Métis, les Inuits, appelé aujourd’hui Canada. Cette histoire s’étend sur plusieurs siècles et continue d’évoluer aujourd’hui. Nous avons mis en place des politiques qui visent à assurer aux personnes handicapées l’égalité d’accès et de participation, entre autres grâce à des mesures d’adaptation (accommodements) en milieu de travail. Un exemplaire de ces politiques est disponible sur demande. Si nous pouvons rendre le processus de recrutement plus accessible pour vous, n’hésitez pas à nous le dire quand nous vous ferons part d’une possibilité d’emploi. Nous travaillerons avec vous pour répondre à vos besoins. Consultez cette page pour en savoir plus sur notre processus de recrutement et votre parcours de candidat ou de candidate. Si vous travaillez déjà pour Intact ou belairdirect, veuillez postuler à ce poste sur notre site carrière interne. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr



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