Fire Protection Engineer (Forensic Engineering)

Are you ready to make a mark in the world of forensic engineering? S-E-A is on the look-out for a passionate Fire Protection Engineer to join our team of subject matter experts. Here, you won't just be another employee, you'll be a vital contributor.

We offer a comprehensive training program, so even if you're new to the forensic field, we'll equip you with the skills you need to thrive - previous experience is a plus, passion is essential! In order to make and cultivate relationships, training on-site full time is required. Hybrid flex policy is available thereafter.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Investigate commercial and residential fires that may involve mechanical systems or fire protection systems
• Conduct field investigations and perform forensic engineering & failure/accident analysis on incidents involving fires, fire protection systems, pressure vessels, HVAC systems, boilers, gas systems, plumbing systems, etc.
• Conduct unbiased investigations for various clients
• Provide technical findings and conclusions in laymen's terms, both verbally and in written reports
• Responsible for retention and development of client relationships
• Prepare and submit written reports, documenting findings and results when requested
• Explain to clients, in layman's terms, your investigation, analysis and findings
• Deliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groups
• Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending company-paid educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies
• Develop and maintain client relations

• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
• Regular and predictable presence at work

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering required; Masters Degree preferred
• P. E. registration or ability to obtain
• CFI certification or ability to obtain
• Fire Investigation experience or desire to learn a must
• Knowledge of fire protection systems, gas systems, sprinkler systems and plumbing
• Minimum of seven (7) years of post-academic engineering experience
• Forensic, design or testing experience/exposure
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and writing skills

• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Ability to maneuver in and around an accident site
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to carry equipment to and from job sites
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to drive in all conditions
• Ability to fly on airplanes
• Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
• Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications

SEA places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company. We believe these values result in a more enriched work environment for our employees and allow us to best provide to our clients.