Civil Engineer - Accident Reconstruction

EFI Global; Kawartha Lakes; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Kawartha Lakes seeks an experienced investigator to examine accident sites and provide expert analysis. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and a P.Eng. license, along with six years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting investigations, determining damages, and serving as an expert witness. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential. The role may require outdoor work and physical stamina. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.

Responsibilities

• Investigate accident sites, vehicles, and equipment to document evidence.
• Assess damages due to failures and determine the origin of failure.
• Research and analyze causation of accidents and failures.
• Collaborate to produce detailed reports on accident causes.
• Serve as an expert witness in court and depositions.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication

PC literate, including Microsoft Office products

Analytical and interpretive skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently or in a team environment

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The 'Apply with SEEK option' will be utilized for International applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply to you please use the 'Apply' option.

IF YOU CARE, THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To investigate accident sites, vehicles, and equipment, researching, documenting evidence and determine damage, and provide clients with expert opinions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts investigations of vehicles, equipment, and accident sites to document the evidence and determine the scope of damage.
• Investigates and assesses damages due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
• Researches, evaluates, analyzes and tests the causation of accidents and failures.
• Collaborates with other engineering disciplines to produce detailed reports outlining the cause of the accident.
• Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.
• Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and engineering projects for clients.
• Collaborates with EFI's national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license is required.

Experience Six (6) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent oral and written communication
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

PHYSICAL

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
• Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead,
• Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
• Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwickis an Equal Opportunity Employer.