Bilingual Civil Engineer

Founded in 1972 by 3 engineers specialized in electrical failures and fire investigations, CEP Forensic Inc. now has 10 offices across Canada and employs over 170 professionals. At our core, you will find a diverse and passionate team united by a singular purpose to uncover the truth. Our Values of Trust, Caring, Excellence, and Adaptability, aren’t just words on paper, they are the foundational pillars that guide our every action and decision.

In over 50 years of existence, CEP Forensic has successfully determined the most probable cause of a loss or a failure in over 120,000 cases. Typically, insurance companies, or attorneys in case of litigation, assign our experts to produce reports in a wide range of fields: Fire Investigation, Electrical Engineering, Civil/Structural and Building Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials & Metallurgy Engineering, Collision Reconstruction, Injury Biomechanics, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, as well as Environmental Science.  CEP Forensic is ISO 9001:2015 certified.

We're looking for a Civil Engineer to join our team in our Ottawa office. If you are someone who takes their job seriously, but also has a great sense of humor, we want you on our team!

Would you like to write CEP's future with us?

The role:

As a forensic expert, you will be called upon to solve some of the most unique and puzzling cases in the field of civil engineering. Through a process of investigation and research, the successful candidate will need to understand and identify the causal factors of damage while eliminating other possible causes for residential, commercial, and light industrial claims. The key responsibilities are: 

• Document the scene, assess, analyze and state your opinion as to the probable cause of the damage.
• Investigate damage related to structural collapses of all kinds, along with damages related to flooding, wind, soil movement, blasting & vibrations, water infiltrations, condensation, as well as slip, trip, and falls accidents, etc.
• Conduct structural analysis to determine the cause of failure or adequacy of structural components following an incident.
• Perform Codes (Ontario Building Code) and Standards compliance analysis and reviews.
• Manage the building permit application process related to building damage.
• Perform condition assessments of buildings and properties. Prepare repair drawings and technical specifications. 
• Prepare reports and testify as an expert witness in Court.
• Promote the company through your friendly and professional attitude during your interactions with customers and strengthen your relationships with them.

What you bring to the table:

• University degree in Structural, Civil, or Building Engineering or a recognized equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license in Ontario.
• Licensed as an Engineer in Québec is considered a strong asset.
• 5+ years of experience, preferably in consulting, construction quality control, or construction site supervision/project management.
• Strong command of both oral and written communication including report writing in French and English.
• Knowledge of the Construction Codes and Standards.
• Design experience in a variety of structures including wood, steel and concrete.
• Field experience in structural & civil works, infrastructure, construction methods and materials, geotechnical, and building science engineering.
• Excellent ability to synthesize information, analyze, and solve problems.
• Efficient, attentive to details, good hands-on skills, setting priorities and organizational skills.
• Curiosity, good judgment and initiative.

What to expect:

• Flexible work schedule, a hybrid work arrangement.
• Fun and stimulating work environment.
• Opportunity for professional growth.
• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, massage therapy, 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.
• Monthly and yearly performance bonuses.
• The chance to work with some really great people.

We are looking for much more than a CV: we want to welcome a motivated individual who is passionate about Structural, Civil, Building Engineering, and ready to take on challenges with us.