Fire and Explosion Investigator

Founded in 1972 by 3 engineers specialized in electrical failures and fire investigations, CEP Forensic Inc. now has 10 offices across Canada and employs over 170 professionals. At our core, you will find a diverse and passionate team united by a singular purpose to uncover the truth, every single time. Our Values of Trust, Caring, Excellence, and Adaptability, aren't just words on paper, they are the foundational pillars that guide our every action and decision.

In over 50 years of existence, CEP Forensic has successfully determined the most probable cause of a loss or a failure in over cases. Typically, insurance companies, or attorneys in case of litigation, assigns our experts to produce reports in a wide range of fields: Fire Investigation, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical and Biomechanical, Structural and Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Collision Reconstruction, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering as well as Environmental Science.

We're looking for a skilled Fire and Explosion Expert to join our amazing team. If you are someone who takes their job seriously, but also has a great sense of humor, we want you on our team

Would you like to write CEP's future with us?

The role:As a Fire and Explosion Forensic Expert, you will:

• Conduct investigations to determine the origin and cause of fires and explosions;
• Visit sites, take pictures, videos, samples, readings, and other helpful information from the scene;
• Conduct interviews with witnesses and other stakeholders using your amazing social skills;
• Gather and analyze data and evidence and coming up with compelling reports that are easy to understand for a non-technical audience;
• Collaborate with other investigators to solve multi-disciplinary cases;
• Write convincing and accessible reports to a reader who is not an expert in the field. These reports detail all the stages of the investigation which led you to a logical and unequivocal conclusion;
• Take full advantage of all our work procedures and guidelines under our ISO certified operational framework;
• Promote the company through your friendly and professional attitude during your interactions with customers and strengthen your relationships with them;
• Give your 200% and don't let anyone stand in your way and prevent you from earning monthly and annual bonuses, which will be granted to you when you exceed the objectives assigned to you.

What you bring to the table:

• An engineering degree and/or combination of relevant education and experience;
• Registered EIT or P.Eng Designation;
• Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) designation an asset;
• Practical knowledge of building electrical installations;
• Skill and interest in technical and manual work;
• Excellent ability to synthesize and analyze information, as well as identify and solve problems;
• Ability to write technical reports;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to use cutting-edge time management skills and manage multiple projects at the same time;

We're not just looking for someone who meets our requirements alone. We're looking for someone who will brings to the table a unique personality, quirks, passion, and love for the forensic profession where some of the following benefits are waiting for you:

What to expect:

• Flexible work schedule, a hybrid work arrangement;
• Fun and supportive work environment;
• Opportunity for professional growth;
• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, massages, mental wellbeing, employee and family assistance programs, virtual health consulting, fitness and home office allowance, paid time off including your birthday, employee events and fun activities & more;
• A chance to work with some seriously awesome people.

If you are proud of your engineering expertise and are known for your passion in finding the root and cause of failures, and evaluating damage, and you love the quest, got a bag full of your tools and are excited about this role, be our next top-notch expert