Hybrid Fire Investigator – Electrical Engineer

at Puppy Dreams

• Job title: Fire Investigator – Electrical Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: CA$56,300 - CA$78,100 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Vancouver, Canada

About the role

• Fire Investigator/Electrical Engineer conducting forensic fire investigations for Pario Engineering in Vancouver. Working in hybrid environment with responsibilities in industrial, commercial, and residential projects.

Responsibilities

• 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