Are you passionate about Electrical or Mechanical Engineer and looking for a new challenge? Are you ready to take your engineering skills to the next level? Do you believe that electrical systems no longer hold any secrets for you? You might be surprised! CEP Forensic is the best place to explore your career options and uncover all kinds of mysteries!
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 225 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 120 000 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 Engineering., Structural and Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Collision Reconstruction, Injury Biomechanics, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, as well as Environmental Science.
We're looking for a skilled Fire and Explosion Expert to join our amazing team at our Vancouver office. 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;
- Use your investigative abilities to gather evidence and analyze data;
- 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.
Your experience
- An engineering degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and/or combination of relevant education and experience;
- Registered EIT or P.Eng Designation an asset;
- Strong command of both oral and written communication including report writing. Professional proficiency in French is an asset.
- Practical knowledge of building and/or automotive electrical systems;
- Skill and interest in technical and manual work;
- Excellent ability to synthesize and analyze information, as well as identify and solve problems;
- 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;
But here’s the thing – 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 we offer
- 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.
So, 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!
