
Fire Investigator – Electrical Engineer
Puppy Dreams
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Vancouver • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$56,300 - CA$78,100 per year
About the role
- Assess, analyze and research cause and origin of fires where electrical components and equipment are involved
- Interview witnesses, service personnel and other local officials
- Inspections shall include, but not be limited to, roofs, attics, crawlspaces, partially destroyed buildings, fire damaged buildings, and elevated structures
- Experience determining product design, defects, and electrical forensic failure analysis
- Experience investigating electrical and mechanical equipment’s such as air conditioners, power saws, refrigerators, power drills, elevator controllers, elevators, escalators etc.
- Able to recognize potential subrogation opportunities
- The ability to climb, work at heights, and work at all temperatures is required
- The ability to assess the general safety of fire damaged structures is essential
- Lead projects from start to finish
- Provide clear, accurate, and timely reports
Requirements
- Graduating/recent graduate/engineer-in-training with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
- Licensure in a provincial Engineering Association, or ability to become licensed a must
- Must have valid G license, and ability to work in remote areas, as well as in a range of temperatures and weather conditions.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and good command of the English language.
- Experience within the insurance and legal industry is an asset
- A demonstrated track record of taking projects to successful completion
- Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office (MS Word, Outlook & Excel)
- A willingness and passion to learn
- A willingness to support the marketing and sales department through attendance at presentations and industry events
- Ability to discuss projects budgets with clients and maintain continuous communication throughout the project
Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $56,300.00 - $78,100.00 CAD Annual
- Work-Life Balance
- Remote and Hybrid Work Opportunities
- E-flex Benefits Program
- Wellness Programs
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), including a 2% match for full-time employees
- Training and Career Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Employee Recognition Program
- Employee Perks (access to vendor discount programs)
- Reimbursement for Adjusting Licenses and Dues
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
electrical forensic failure analysisproduct designdefect analysisinvestigating electrical equipmentinvestigating mechanical equipmentsafety assessment of fire damaged structuresproject management
Soft Skills
written communicationverbal communicationinterpersonal skillsleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solvingattention to detail
Certifications
bachelor’s degree in electrical engineeringprovincial Engineering Association licensurevalid G license