Fire Investigator - Part-time (NAFI-CFEI required at minimum, IAAI-CFI preferred)

Overview

Investigates fire/explosion causes, prepares reports, testifies, remote role based in LA

Key Responsibilities

• code research
• scene securing
• forensic analysis
• evidence collection
• origin determination
• client support

Tasks

-Conducts code compliance research, including electrical, gas, fire, building, and installation code violations. -Facilitates and helps present continuing education seminars on fire-related topics. -Assists in securing the fire/explosion scene to prevent removal or damage of potential evidence. -Conducts on-site, hands-on forensic fire analysis. This includes scene photography, interviewing witnesses and gathering information, taking possession of items, cause and origin determination, report preparation, and providing testimony in deposition and trial. -Searches for, identifies, collects, and labels any potential evidence/items from the fire scene, including devices used to set, start, or further the progress of fire; protects the chain of custody of potential evidence/items. -Determines the origin and cause of fires and explosions involving structures, equipment, vehicles, heavy equipment, agricultural equipment, and other losses. -Provides technical and scientific support to clients for subrogation and litigation purposes.

Requirements

• iaai-cfi
• nafi-cfei
• aas fire
• 5+ years
• microsoft office
• analytical

What You Bring

-Ability to write scopes of work clearly and coherently, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, and other technical documents. -Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office Applications and computer-assisted engineering and design software. -IAAI-CFI certification preferred. -Must have a high level of analytical skills. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. -Capable of effectively presenting information to top management, clients, public groups, and/or boards of directors. -Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g. internal and external). -Ability to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients. -A minimum of NAFI-CFEI with the ability to obtain an IAAI-CFI within 18 months. -5+ years of related work experience in fire investigation or a related field. -AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science, or related experience as a fire investigator, firefighter, or law enforcement officer/investigator. -Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical reports, journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

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About Rimkus

-Began as a home-based forensic engineering consultancy by chemical engineer Robert E. Rimkus. -Over four decades, expanded into a global network. -Financially backed by private equity partner HGGC since 2024. -Typical projects include double-deck tunnel assessments, run-of-river hydro plants, and other engineering challenges. -Core specialisms include forensic analysis of failures, built-environment consulting, expert witness services, and laboratory testing. -Standout capabilities include human performance labs, materials failure labs, forensic meteorology tools, and product safety testing. -Strategic acquisitions—like CCi in 2021—broadened its reach into building consulting and claims support. -Noteworthy for its in-house WeatherPath™ app, wildfire preparedness guidance, and forensic fire & explosion investigation teams. -Work bridges technical consulting, legal dispute resolution, construction oversight, and scientific testing, serving insurers, law firms, governments, and corporates.

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