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Washington DC Full Time Posted by: EFI Global Posted: Saturday, 24 January 2026
 
 

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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 to 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 professionals 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 anywhere, anytime. Learn more about EFI Global.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To be responsible for the profitable, ethical and scientific investigation of events, systems, devices, and/or failures; to provide expert opinions, and to decide the proper course of action on investigations and report reviews for assigned cases.

ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE?
  • Apply your engineering knowledge and experience to investigate and assess complex failures in an energetic, people-focused, entrepreneurial culture.
  • Deliver comprehensive engineering analyses to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world's most respected organizations.
  • Leverage EFI Global's broad, global network of experts to both learn from and share your insights.
  • Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service.
  • Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career.
  • Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path.
  • Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assign engineers to client losses in the assigned area of responsibility and manage quality control.
  • Survey losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
  • Conduct investigations to determine and document the scope of damage.
  • Provide guidance and leadership on complex losses.
  • Implement engineering strategies within the assigned engineering team.
  • Collaborate with other investigators to produce detailed reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages.
  • Serve as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.
  • Document and maintain billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.
  • Collaborate with EFI's national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Support the organization's quality program(s).
  • Travel as required.
EDUCATION & LICENSING
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license required in the resident state.
EXPERIENCE
  • Eight (8) years of experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education required.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
  • PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
  • Ability to meet or exceed performance competencies.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Physical: Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time; kneel, squat or bend; work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions; climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reach/working overhead; lift/carry up to 50 pounds; push/pull up to 100 pounds; drive up to 4 hours per day.
  • Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking.
NEXT STEPS

If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e-mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $155,000-$180,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits. Always accepting applications.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance or Employers, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. EFI Global is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all qualified persons. If you are interested in working for us, please visit our job board.

Washington DC, United States of America
Engineering
EFI Global
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1/24/2026 12:47:11 AM
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