Fire and Explosion Investigation Specialist

2 weeks ago

Denver, Colorado, United States Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) Full time
Job Title: Fire and Explosion Sr. Consultant

This position is responsible for conducting origin and cause investigations of fire and explosion incidents, including site inspection and documentation, evidence examination, research, analysis, testing, and reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for marketing the company and themselves to obtain and/or maintain a client base and build business.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and review project proposals or plans to determine time frames, funding limitations, and procedures for accomplishing projects, including staffing requirements and resource allocation.
  • Make determinations to accept or decline potential new projects based on various factors.
  • Confer with project staff to outline work plans and assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
  • Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure projects progress on schedule and within prescribed budgets.
  • Perform field inspections of residential, commercial, marine, transportation, and industrial structures and facilities to determine cause and origin of reported or suspected damages, as well as condition assessments.
  • Prepare technical project-related reports for clients as required.
  • Confer with project personnel to provide technical advice and resolve problems.
  • Conduct well-developed and well-prepared client presentations and technical conference presentations.
  • Perform marketing and business development to identify potential clients and strategies to build a client base.
  • Mentor junior consultants in growth and development.
  • Testify in court proceedings on behalf of clients, as required.
Experience Requirements:
  • 5-10 years' experience in forensic consulting working with the insurance and legal fields.
  • Strong background in fire science and technology, mechanical/electrical theory and systems, fire protection, etc.; skilled in fire origin and cause investigation with a significant amount of experience in field investigative issues; thorough understanding of industry-accepted fire and explosion standards (NFPA, ASME, ASTM, etc.).
  • Experience can range from structural fires to machinery and equipment failures to electrical power generation and distribution equipment, and covers such areas as industrial machines, HVAC equipment, construction and heavy machinery, consumer electronics, appliances, tools, and all types of transportation elements such as commercial/industrial vehicles.
  • Some areas of expertise should include the following:
  • Fire and explosion investigation
  • Natural gas or propane generation, distribution, and use
  • Mechanical and piping systems and equipment
  • Fire protection systems
  • Motors, generators, and switchgear
  • Electrical and Electronic Systems
  • Test apparatus and fixtures
  • Personal protection equipment
Education Requirements:
  • BSME or BSEE required; MS or Ph.D. preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • PE License Required
  • CFEI or CFI Certification preferred
Other Skills/Abilities or Other Qualifications:
  • Ability to interact with clients in a professional manner and develop business both internally and externally.
  • Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both orally and in writing.
  • Experience preparing technical reports and providing expert testimony as required.
  • Must be available to travel 50% as part of the national practice of which 33% will be field/site inspections.
  • Must be able to work or travel on weekends and holidays as required.
Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time. Able to climb ladders and lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work in small spaces. Must be able to kneel, squat, or bend. Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test and wear a respirator.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to work outdoors in hot/cold weather conditions.

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