Questpro is hiring a Forensic Electrical Engineer to join a nationally recognized fire investigation and forensic engineering organization. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who enjoy hands-on investigations, root cause analysis, and solving complex technical failures. The ideal candidate will have practical commercial electrical experience and a passion for identifying how and why failures occur.
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to partner with fire investigators in conducting forensic evaluations and failure analyses involving fires, electrical failures, and electromechanical equipment. This role combines field investigations, laboratory examinations, engineering analysis, and expert-level reporting to determine the origin and cause of losses.
Candidates with backgrounds in Plant Maintenance Management, Project Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls Engineering, Industrial Design, or similar hands-on electrical roles are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience in commercial electrical systems is required, while residential electrical experience is preferred. Candidates holding a BSEE or BSME are preferred, and Professional Engineers (PE) as well as current or former volunteer firefighters are encouraged to apply.
What You'll Do
Types of Equipment Investigated
Investigations may involve:
Travel & Work Environment
What's Offered
Required Qualifications
Experience in one or more of the following roles:
Why This Opportunity?
This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy being technical detectives. Rather than working strictly in design or operations, you'll investigate real-world failures, uncover root causes, apply engineering principles, and help clients understand complex loss events. Every investigation presents a unique challenge, making this an excellent opportunity for intellectually curious engineers who enjoy field work, analytical problem solving, and hands-on technical investigations.
