Senior Fire Investigator – Origin & Cause (Remote, NM)

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global is seeking an experienced Fire Investigator in the greater Albuquerque, NM area for a remote, full-time role. The position emphasizes rigorous analysis, clear reporting, and teamwork while delivering unbiased findings.

Preferred candidates hold IAAI-CFI with CFEI certification; incumbents must obtain IAAI-CFI within 6 months. A Bachelor's degree and roughly three years of relevant experience are common requirements, with strong collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum certification: Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI).
• IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI) preferred; must obtain IAAI-CFI within 6 months.
• Three years of experience or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Investigates fires to determine origin, cause and liability per client or counsel.
• Maintains documentation and reporting per EFI procedures.
• Collaborates with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver defensible findings.
• Interviews witnesses and involved parties to gather critical information.
• Analyses public records and other sources to support investigations.
• Travels as needed to support investigations.

Skills

Fire investigation

Origin & cause analysis

Technical writing

Interviews & witnesses

Independent & team work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CFEI certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EFI Global is seeking an experienced Fire Investigator in the greater Albuquerque, NM area for a remote, full-time role. The position emphasizes rigorous analysis, clear reporting, and teamwork while delivering unbiased findings.

Preferred candidates hold IAAI-CFI with CFEI certification; incumbents must obtain IAAI-CFI within 6 months. A Bachelor's degree and roughly three years of relevant experience are common requirements, with strong collaboration across disciplines.