Forensic materials engineer

Hey! Are you passionate about materials and mechanics and looking for a new challenge? Are you ready to take your engineering skills to the next level? Do you believe that the different kinds of material no longer hold any secrets for you? Do you love solving mysteries and puzzles? If yes, CEP Forensic is the best place for you to explore your career options!

We're looking for top-notch engineers who can tackle complex scenarios and solve mysteries. If you are someone who takes their job seriously, but also has a great sense of humor, we want you on our team.

Your mission !

As a forensic expert, you will be called upon to solve some of the most unique and puzzling cases in the field of materials and metallurgy. Amongst other things, you will touch on the composition of different polymers, ceramics, metals and composites in order to characterize them using ultra-precise tools. No mystery is too microscopic or too macroscopic for you. You can solve them all! You will have to:

• Carry out, at the scene and/or in our laboratory, assessments related to breakage and failure of a great variety of materials (polymer, metal, ceramic parts, coatings, composites, etc.);
• Carry out observations, analyses, assemblies and laboratory tests. Document tangible evidence by taking photographs, videos, samples, readings and any other information that you deem useful in order to solve the puzzle;
• Interview witnesses and other parties involved in the investigation, all while showcasing your incredible social skills;
• Characterize macroscopically and microscopically as well as establish the mechanisms of rupture, degradation and damage;
• Collect and analyze data as well as other evidence;
• Write convincing and accessible reports to a reader who’s not an expert in the field. These reports detail all the stages of the investigation which led you to a logical and unequivocal conclusion;
• Collaborate with other investigators to solve multidisciplinary mysteries;
• Promote the company through your friendly and professional attitude during your interactions with customers and strengthen your relationships with them;
• Not let anyone stand in your way and prevent you from earning monthly and annual bonuses, which will be granted to you when you exceed the objectives assigned to you.

In your bag :

• University degree in materials, metallurgical, mechanical or chemical engineering or;
• P. Eng. designation;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in materials failure investigations and analysis;
• Excellent knowledge of material properties, typical failure mechanisms and types of testing with ability to use a variety of test equipment and devices such as (scanning electron microscopy (SEM), IRTF, DSC, TGA, etc.);
• Have a keen interest in fire investigations;
• Excellent skills in synthesizing and analyzing information as well as solving problems;
• Client relations management skills;
• Great attention to efficiency and detail, excellent sense of organization and priorities;
• Being able to work and be involved in several projects at the same time;
• Curiosity, good judgment and initiative;
• Be able to express yourself fluently in French and English, both orally and in writing.

But here’s the thing – we’re not just looking for someone who meets our requirement alone. We’re looking for someone who will bring a unique personality, quirks, and passion & love for the forensic profession to the table where the following treats are waiting for you:

The rewards :

• Flexible work schedule, a hybrid work arrangement;
• A fun and supportive work environment;
• Opportunity for professional growth;
• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, massages, mental wellbeing, employee and family assistance programs, virtual health consulting, fitness and home office allowance, paid time off including your birthday, employee events and fun activities & more;
• A chance to work with some seriously awesome people.

If you are proud of your engineering expertise, if you are excited about problem solving, if you have a bag full of all the necessary tools and if you are attracted by the many rewards we have to offer you, apply to CEP Forensic. We are looking forward to meeting you!