Forensic engineer, fire and explosion

Intact Financial Corporation; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 88,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Vancouver is seeking a Forensic Engineer, Fire and Explosion to support claims management and technical investigations. You will investigate the cause of damages, document findings, and communicate results while possibly testifying as an expert witness. A background in engineering with at least 5 years of experience is required. Benefits include a hybrid work model, extensive pension plans, and additional wellness resources.

Benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan with 50% match

Flexible work arrangements

Annual wellness account

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of buildings, construction, heat transfer, and fire laws.
• Licensure or eligibility with a provincial Engineering Association.
• At least five years of experience in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Completing assignments for adjusters and working with appraisers.
• Investigating loss sites for causes including fires and explosions.
• Documenting scenes and supporting opinions on probable causes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to investigate and identify root causes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or relevant sciences

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a Forensic Engineer, Fire and Explosion for our Claims Department to support our growth.

Intact is building a first-rate in-house team for technical investigation of the cause and origin of losses, aiming to improve claims management and the experience for policyholders.

As an investigator, you will determine the cause of damage by recreating the sequence of events, validating hypotheses with scientific knowledge, and producing detailed reports. You may also be called to testify in court as an expert witness.

Daily responsibilities include:

• Completing assignments for internal and external adjusters and working with building appraisers.
• Meeting with policyholders to understand claim circumstances and investigating loss sites for causes such as fires, explosions, electrical failures, or malpractice.
• Documenting scenes and supporting opinions on probable causes, contributing technical expertise to dispute resolution.
• Participating in joint analysis of specimens related to claims.
• Managing storage of related specimens.
• Performing other related tasks as needed.

Requirements :

• Thorough knowledge of buildings, construction, heat transfer, and fire laws.
• Ability to investigate, understand, and identify root causes of damages, recreating events with scientific validation.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or relevant sciences, with at least five years of experience.
• Licensure or eligibility with a provincial Engineering Association.

Desired skills :

• Strong communication skills for explaining causes and origins of losses.
• Experience in insurance and court testimony is a major asset.

Certification :

• Must hold or obtain CFI, CFEI, CFVI, or WETT certification.

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Salary typically ranges between $88,400 and $132,600, depending on experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.

What we offer

Our hybrid work model balances remote and in-person work.

Benefits include:

• Recognition through a financial rewards program.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with 50% match.
• Extensive pension and benefits, including virtual healthcare.
• Flexible work arrangements and up to 5 extra days off annually.
• Annual wellness account and resources supporting physical and mental health.
• Learning ecosystem with online content and programs.
• Employee-led networks for education and development.
• Supportive leaders and colleagues.
• Community Impact program to engage in causes you care about.