Forensic Structural Engineer, P.Eng

Sedgwick; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global seeks an experienced engineer to provide investigating engineering services related to events, systems, devices, and failures, and to offer expert opinions. The role involves loss-site surveys, failure investigations, and producing detailed reports for insurers and litigation support.

Responsibilities include collaborating with a national team, serving as an expert witness, and maintaining billable hours. A PE license and strong communication are required; travel 30–40% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the province of the posted position.

Responsibilities

• Survey losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
• Conduct investigations to determine and document the scope of damage.
• Investigate and assess damages due to failures and determine origin of failure.
• Analyze and document the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Collaborate with investigators to produce reports outlining cause and origin of losses.
• Serve as an expert witness in court or depositions.
• Document and maintain billable hours for forensic projects.
• Collaborate with EFI Global’s national team of forensic experts on projects.
• Follow industry-accepted methodology for services.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues, subcontractors and prospects.
• Engage in local marketing and sales activities.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent or team work

Performance competencies

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

P.Eng. license (Provincial)

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.

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 were 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.

PRIMARY PURPOSE :

To provide clients with investigating engineering services related to events, systems, devices, and/or failures and providing expert opinions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings
• Conductsinvestigations to determine and document the scope of damage.
• Investigates and assesses damages due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
• Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Collaborateswithother investigators to produce detailed reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages.
• Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.
• Documents andmaintainsbillable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.
• Collaborates withEFI Global’ snational team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.
• Follows industry acceptable methodology for performance of services.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with clients, colleagues, subcontractors and prospects.
• Local marketing and sales activities

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complieswith Company’s Safety Programs/Standards
• Properly utilizes Personal Protection Equipment
• Exercises appropriate use, care, and maintenance of equipment (company owned or leased)
• Complieswith company standards and best practices regarding the storage of equipment
• Meets or exceeds productivity levels and daily time submission as determined by manager.
• Complieswith all Human Resources Policies, Programs, and Initiatives
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineeringfrom a recognized university and a Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the province of the posted position.

Experience

• Five(5) +years ofengineeringexperience or equivalent combination of experience and education requiredwithsome introductiontointhe forensic sciences discipline.

Skills & Knowledge

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

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Travel, at least, 30-40% of the time. Can be local or across provincial boundaries.
• Exposure to all elements of the weather
• Walking, climbing, etc., as required
• Occasional lifting, up to 50 pounds, as required
• 40-60% work in field environment

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.

Where applicable, EFI uses artificial intelligence tools to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates. These tools are subject to periodic review.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Colleague Resources if you require accommodation.

EFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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.