30 Forensic Engineering Announces Exciting Career Opportunities
April 10, 2017 by -30- Forensic Engineering
(Toronto) – 30 Forensic Engineering is one of Canada’s largest and most respected multi-disciplinary forensic firms. Our core team of 60+ professional investigators is enhanced through relationships with some of the top scientists, standard-makers and specialized consultants in North America.
We provide world-class engineering and consulting expertise in: Civil/Structural, Geotechnical and Mining, Construction Claims, Personal Injury and Collision Reconstruction, Transportation Safety, Electrical and Renewable Energy, Environmental Health and Safety, Remediation, Materials Failure/HVAC, and Fire and Explosion investigations.
Great Minds. Great Attitude.
-30- Forensic Engineering is currently looking for qualified personnel in the following areas:
The Role:
The Principal, Civil/Structural is responsible for leading the group’s operational, technical and business development activities. The Principal will investigate losses and failures involving buildings/structures and perform site examinations to assess damage resulting from fire, flood, wind, vehicle and other impacts to determine appropriate repair work. The Principal will also be responsible for mentoring group members on a variety of different things.
What We Look For:
- A degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in structural engineering and/or construction is preferred
- A Master’s Degree or MBA are considered strong assets
- Minimum of 12 years’ experience working at a senior project management level, a proven track record of leading engineers and previous experience related to failure analysis and investigations
Senior Fire Investigator (Senior Associate)
The Role:
The Senior Fire Investigator (Senior Associate) will conduct on site investigations of complex losses and provide technical oversight, support and mentorship to junior team members within the Fire and Electrical Investigations group. This role also involves consulting and collaborating with other subject matter experts and clients to determine origin and cause of losses and potential opportunities for subrogation and performing fire and explosion investigations at commercial, industrial and residential locations. The Senior Fire Investigator will also produce detailed reports regarding investigations and may be required to appear before the courts as an expert witness.
What We Look For:
- A degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering or a Mechanical or Industrial specialization with gas and oil appliances are considered strong assets
- A minimum of 8 years’ experience working at an intermediate or senior project management level
- A strong understanding of regulatory codes such as NFPA 921, 321 , 1033 or the Fire Code
- Currently registered or eligible for registration with the PEO
- Additional certifications such as CFEI, CVFI, CCFI-C, WETT
Junior Fire Investigator (Associate)
The Role:
The Junior Fire Investigator (Associate) will work closely with senior group members to perform fire and explosion investigations at commercial, industrial and residential locations. In addition, the Junior Fire Investigator will assist with developing technical drawings, reports, field measurements, photographic records, sketches, calculations and specification sheets.
What We Look For:
- A degree in Forensic Sciences, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering with a strong focus in combustible gases
- Knowledge of regulatory codes, standards and authorities such as TSSA, NFPA, ESA and the Ontario Fire Code
- Exposure to engineering in a consulting environment and previous experience related to fire investigation are both considered strong assets
- Additional certifications such as CFEI, CVFI, CCFI-C, WETT, P.Eng.
Senior Electrical Investigator (Senior Associate)
The Role:
The Senior Electrical Investigator (Senior Associate) will conduct on site investigations of complex electrical losses and provide technical oversight, support and mentorship to junior team members within the Electrical and Fire Investigations group. This role also involves consulting and collaborating with other subject matter experts and clients to determine cause and origin of losses and potential opportunities for subrogation and performing investigations related to High and Medium voltage electrical failures. Additionally, the Senior Electrical Investigator will perform hands-on electrical testing and assessment to determine the operation of electrical systems and equipment, produce detailed reports regarding investigations and appear as an expert witness before the courts.
What We Look For:
- A degree in Electrical Engineering
- A minimum of 8 years’ experience working at an intermediate or senior level project management level
- Previous experience with investigations related to failure of High Voltage electrical equipment (Industrial, Generation, Transmission, Distribution) is considered a strong asset
- A strong understanding of regulatory codes including CSA, OESC, IEEE Standards, ANSI-NEMA, and knowledge of the role of the ESA
- Currently registered with or eligible for registration with the PEO
Junior Electrical Investigator (Associate)
The Role:
The Junior Electrical Investigator (Associate) will work closely with senior group members to perform electrical investigations related to transformers, switchgear, motors, generators, cables, electrical distribution systems, etc. The Junior Investigator will also perform electrical testing and assessments on site to determine the operation of electrical systems and equipment.
What We Look For:
- A degree in Electrical Engineering
- A minimum of 1 year of experience (post-degree) working as an Electrical Engineer
- Previous experience with investigations related to electrical equipment is considered a strong asset
- The ability to perform testing with basic electrical instrumentation is essential
- A strong understanding of regulatory codes including CSA, OESC, IEEE Standards, ANSI-NEMA, and knowledge of the role of the ESA
- Currently registered with or eligible for registration with the PEO (E.I.T.s with hands-on experience will be considered)
Collision Reconstructionist (Junior & Senior Associates)
The Role:
The Collision Reconstructionist will work closely with group members to perform post collision vehicle and site examinations relating to loss/failures. In this role, Associates will also be responsible for conducting research regarding design, operation and performance of vehicle mechanisms, components and systems leading to failure and analyzing dynamics of vehicle mechanical systems and structures as well as road, environmental and human factors.
What We Look For:
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering and previous experience working in an engineering or scientific consulting environment
- Exposure to the automotive industry or vehicle design is key
- Currently registered with or eligible for registration with the PEO.
Geotechnical Engineer (Intermediate Associate)
The Role:
The Geotechnical Engineer (Intermediate Associate) will work closely with group members to perform geotechnical-related investigations and investigate mining and heavy civil infrastructure failures with specific focus on foundations, slopes, excavations and cuts, earth retaining systems and contamination.
What We Look For:
- A Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering
- A minimum of 6 years’ experience (post degree), ideally in a consulting environment
- Currently registered with or eligible for registration with the PEO
- Exposure to international projects and experience with heavy civil infrastructure, mining, and land development are all considered strong assets
For confidential inquiries on becoming a member of the -30- Forensic Engineering team, please contact:
Mathew Elliott
Manager, Talent Acquisition
melliott@30fe.com
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