Forensic Technician

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EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To collaborate with and assist Forensic Scientists and Engineers to investigate and/or document events.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists Forensic Scientist and Engineers with forensic testing.
• Maintains and manages evidence by safekeeping property in such a manner that the individual items are secure from theft, loss, or contamination.
• Transports evidence as instructed.
• Maintains chain of custody reports with notations of any and all actions associated with evidence.
• Ensures the timely and legally correct notifications of Fire Investigators and Engineers for release/disposal of evidence collected and stored by the Company.
• Works closely with internal and external customers to provide proper notifications regarding work orders.
• Coordinates the disposal of evidence which is authorized for disposal, including any special disposal of explosives / hazardous specimens.
• Procures and maintains adequate supplies. Manages distribution of containers and evidence collection kits to customers.
  
  

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
  
  

Qualifications

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred in Engineering. Experience in failure analysis and causation determination is preferred. Having the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license (P.Eng.) is required.

Experience

Two (2) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Good organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good judgment and discretion skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
  
  

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Colleague Resources if you require accommodation.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.