Forensic Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Fire & Explosion Investigator to explore the causes of high-profile incidents. This role combines scientific inquiry with investigative work, offering a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in chemistry or physics in real-world scenarios. You'll visit diverse incident sites, collaborate with labs, and create detailed reports that help clients understand complex failures. If you're passionate about science and eager to solve challenging puzzles, this position promises a dynamic and rewarding career path.

Qualifications

• Strong honours degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics for smoke movement modeling.

Responsibilities

• Visiting incident sites to assess damage and gather evidence.
• Conducting interviews and preserving physical samples.
• Turning complex data into concise reports for clients.

Skills

Chemistry

Physics

Mechanical Engineering

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Communication Skills

Education

Honours Degree in Chemistry, Physics, or Mechanical Engineering

Postgraduate Qualification (MSc or PhD)

Job description

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Location: Nationwide

Package: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Turn your passion for science into real-world impact.

Do you thrive on solving complex puzzles? Does your background in chemistry or physics drive a curiosity for uncovering what went wrong—and why? Join a team of elite investigators working at the intersection of science, engineering, and detective work.

What You’ll Do:

As a Fire & Explosion Investigator, you’ll delve deep into the causes behind some of the most fascinating and high-profile incidents—from domestic fires to industrial explosions, even large-scale transportation disasters. This is a career where every case is different and every investigation demands a fresh, scientific approach.

You’ll be:

• Visiting incident sites across the UK—and potentially abroad—to assess damage and gather critical evidence
• Conducting on-site interviews, capturing detailed documentation, and preserving physical samples
• Performing hands-on dismantling of machinery and equipment to trace the origin of failures
• Collaborating with labs and external partners to run tests and simulations
• Turning complex data and physical findings into compelling, concise reports for clients

What We’re Looking For:

• A strong honours degree in Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
• On the path to—or already holding—Chartered status in your field
• Ideally a postgraduate qualification (MSc or PhD) in a relevant scientific area
• Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for smoke movement modeling
• Excellent communication skills—you can explain technical findings to both experts and laypeople alike
• A flexible mindset—ready to take on unexpected challenges and fieldwork when needed
• A few solid years of hands-on, post-degree experience under your belt

About the Company:

Join a globally respected forensic engineering consultancy known for its in-depth investigations and scientific rigour. With operations across the UK and abroad, their team of expert scientists and engineers solve complex failures for major insurance and risk management clients around the world.

If you’re ready for a truly unique role where no two days are the same—and where your scientific skills can uncover the truth behind major incidents—we’d love to hear from you.