Materials Failure Specialist

4 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Intact Financial Corporation Full time

At Intact Financial Corporation, we are committed to empowering individuals, organizations, and communities to thrive in both prosperous and challenging times. Our mission is to bring this vision to life through a dedicated community of skilled professionals.

We encourage continuous learning and personal growth while valuing the unique contributions of each team member. We celebrate diversity as a core strength and are devoted to providing the necessary resources, opportunities, and flexibility to help you achieve your professional aspirations. This is our commitment to our workforce.

Our hybrid work model strikes a balance between remote engagements and meaningful in-person collaborations.

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate closely with the claims department to effectively address equipment malfunctions, product challenges, and chemical contamination issues.
  • Work alongside both internal and external specialists, evaluators, and construction professionals.
  • Apply your knowledge in material analysis and fractography techniques.
  • Conduct thorough investigations to identify the underlying causes of failures through scientific research.
  • Perform on-site assessments to document damages and gather pertinent samples.
  • Oversee laboratory samples and related activities.
  • Engage with insured parties to comprehend the context of their claims.
  • Document findings and provide expert assessments regarding probable damage causes.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across various regions.

Qualifications:

  • A university degree in chemical engineering, materials science, or chemistry, or equivalent education and experience.
  • A minimum of five years of relevant experience in material failure analysis or characterization.
  • Familiarity with material characterization instruments such as electron and optical microscopy, and infrared spectroscopy.
  • A solid understanding of corrosion processes.
  • Experience in the insurance sector and as an expert witness in legal proceedings is advantageous.
  • Registered member of a relevant professional organization.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively convey technical information.
  • Ability to innovate, adapt, and work collaboratively to meet objectives.
  • Bilingual proficiency in French and English.

What We Provide:

  • A competitive compensation package.
  • An Employee Share Purchase Plan with a 50% matching contribution.
  • A comprehensive pension and benefits plan, including virtual healthcare services.
  • Flexible working arrangements and the option to acquire additional leave days.
  • An annual wellness account to promote a healthy lifestyle.
  • Access to resources supporting physical and mental well-being, educational opportunities, and more.

Commitment to Diversity:

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workplace. We strive to create an accessible environment where all individuals are valued, respected, and heard. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us to ensure your needs are addressed.



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