Engineering Field Specialist

Experience Aviva

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At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most. 

The Opportunity

We have an excellent career opportunity for an Engineering Field Specialist supporting the GTA region. Reporting to the Engineering Supervisor, you will conduct equipment and jurisdictional inspections, support loss prevention activities, and assist with basic claims investigations. You will also provide technical information to our Engineering Underwriting team.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in building systems, electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance who are looking to grow into a specialized technical field.

What you’ll do

• ·Conduct onsite inspections of insured locations to assess equipment condition, identify general risk exposures, and evaluate safe operating practices.
• Complete routine jurisdictional inspections.· Assist with loss investigations by gathering claim information and supporting documentation.
• Prepare clear and concise inspection reports, translating technical findings into easy-to-understand language.
• Support repair approvals and follow-up documentation to ensure high standards of quality assurance.
• Provide survey information to support underwriting and the development of quotes for unique or complex accounts.
• Build positive working relationships with brokers and accompany them on site visits to support marketing and client engagement activities. 

 What you’ll bring

• 2 to 4 years’ experience in building operations, commercial facility maintenance, industrial maintenance, or electrical/mechanical work. 
• Post‑secondary technical training, trades/apprentice training, or equivalent hands-on mechanical/electrical experience. 
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences. 
• Self‑motivation, strong organization, and commitment to meeting deadlines. 
• Solid computer skills, including MS Suite and comfort working with databases. 
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required. 

What makes you stand out 

• Power Engineering (Class 3 or Class 2 preferred).  

• Electrical or instrumentation background 

• Knowledge of ASME codes 

• National Board Commission or a willingness to obtain if required. 

• CIP or CRM designation 

The following qualifications are considered strong assets:

• National Board Commission certification
• TSSA jurisdictional inspection experience.

What you’ll get

• The salary band for this position ranges from $85,000 to $110,0000. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity
• Hybrid flexible work model .
• Outstanding career development opportunities.
• We’ll support your professional development education.
• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year. 
• Employee-driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion. 
• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health. 

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted internally & externally.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.