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Founded in 2005, AEI Corporation (Advanced Engineering Investigations) is a worldwide leader in forensic engineering and consulting. Headquartered in Littleton, Colorado, the company's team is made up of licensed engineers, fire investigators, and industry experts with extensive combined experience in forensic analysis and investigation, covering areas such as fires and explosions, electrical and mechanical failures, carbon monoxide and chemical incidents, materials forensics. AEI provides investigation support and expert testimony for our clients, including law firms, insurance companies, utilities, energy industry stakeholders, product manufacturers, and a variety of fortune 500 companies.

From the beginning, AEI's mission has been to deliver objective, technically sound answers for clients facing complex engineering and standard of care questions. Our work spans the full lifecycle of the forensic investigation — from on-site examination and artifact collection to laboratory testing, analysis, technical report preparation, and expert testimony.

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our professional staff. The candidate hired will conduct origin & cause forensic investigations involving fires, explosions, and various mechanical/chemical systems, including HVAC, plumbing components, propane/natural gas, appliances, other machinery/devices, and petrochemical. This will involve field work, laboratory examinations, testing, code research, technical report preparation, and testimony.

Functions of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Mechanical or chemical engineering and fire and explosion incident investigations
• Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks, participating in professional societies
• Deliver professional presentations and marketing
• Accepting and integrating constructive feedback into job performance
• Having a regular and predictable presence at work
• Conducting hands-on testing using scientific equipment and methodology
• Implementing forensic engineering protocols
• Preparing technical reports
• Providing expert testimony

This position requires a thorough understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts through hands-on investigation and testing in the forensic engineering field.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in mechanical or chemical engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• 10+ years of forensic engineering experience, or advanced engineering degrees with equivalent relevant experience
• Previous forensic consulting experience

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Independently manage and execute all aspects of projects with minimal oversight, including scheduling, investigations, testing, client communication, analysis, reporting, invoicing, collections, and evidence handling
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, consultants, and investigators on research, field and laboratory examinations, and related activities
• Provide expert testimony when required
• Maintain licenses and certifications and acquire discipline-appropriate continuing education
• Attend and present at various industry conferences, trade shows, and other marketing events
• Provide marketing support by authoring articles and papers and preparing text for marketing materials when requested
• Interact with clients to cross-market other professionals and services provided within the company
• Consistently demonstrates a team/company mindset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel 50%+ of the time by vehicle or airline
• Ability to travel internationally
• Ability to maneuver in and around job/incident sites including incident scenes and confined spaces
• Extended walking/standing on uneven terrain, climbing, lifting, bending, kneeling, crouching
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to carry/transport equipment to and from job/incident sites
• Ability to drive to site locations in all conditions
• Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
• Communicate effectively and professionally, both oral and written
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as necessary
• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test and wear a respirator

Competitive base salary of $150k – $250k plus performance bonus with significant earning potential of 50%+ of base salary (or more) depending on individual performance

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Project Engineer to join our professional staff. The candidate hired will conduct origin & cause forensic investigations involving fires, explosions, and various mechanical/chemical systems, including HVAC, plumbing components, propane/natural gas, appliances, other machinery/devices, and petrochemical. This will involve field work, laboratory examinations, testing, code research, technical report preparation, and testimony.

Functions of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Mechanical or chemical engineering and fire and explosion incident investigations
• Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks, participating in professional societies
• Deliver professional presentations and marketing
• Accepting and integrating constructive feedback into job performance
• Having a regular and predictable presence at work
• Conducting hands-on testing using scientific equipment and methodology
• Implementing forensic engineering protocols
• Preparing technical reports
• Providing expert testimony

This position requires a thorough understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts through hands-on investigation and testing in the forensic engineering field.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in mechanical or chemical engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), preferred
• 5+ years of forensic engineering experience, or advanced engineering degrees with equivalent relevant experience
• Previous forensic consulting experience preferred

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Independently manage and execute all aspects of projects with minimal oversight, including scheduling, investigations, testing, client communication, analysis, reporting, invoicing, collections, and evidence handling
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, consultants, and investigators on research, field and laboratory examinations, and related activities
• Provide expert testimony when required
• Maintain licenses and certifications and acquire discipline-appropriate continuing education
• Attend and present at various industry conferences, trade shows, and other marketing events
• Provide marketing support by authoring articles and papers and preparing text for marketing materials when requested
• Interact with clients to cross-market other professionals and services provided within the company
• Consistently demonstrates a team/company mindset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel 50%+ of the time by vehicle or airline
• Ability to travel internationally
• Ability to maneuver in and around job/incident sites including incident scenes and confined spaces
• Extended walking/standing on uneven terrain, climbing, lifting, bending, kneeling, crouching
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to carry/transport equipment to and from job/incident sites
• Ability to drive to site locations in all conditions
• Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
• Communicate effectively and professionally, both oral and written
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as necessary
• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test and wear a respirator

Competitive base salary of $110k – $175k plus performance bonus with significant earning potential of 50%+ of base salary (or more) depending on individual performance

Position

The Fire Investigator is responsible for determining the origin and cause of fires and explosions through systematic scene examinations, artifact collection, and technical analysis. This role requires strong investigative skills, knowledge of fire behavior, and the ability to communicate findings clearly through written reports and expert testimony.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site fire and explosion investigations to determine origin and cause
• Examine fire scenes, identify burn patterns, conduct arc mapping, and document findings using notes, photographs, drones, and diagrams
• Collect, preserve, and analyze artifacts in accordance with industry standards
• Apply principles of fire dynamics, heat transfer, and material science to investigative conclusions
• Conduct detailed witness interviews, involved parties, and occupant interviews to obtain data related to the incident
• Review witness statements, incident reports, photographs, and other relevant documentation
• Prepare detailed, defensible written reports outlining investigative methods, observations, and conclusions
• Collaborate with engineers, attorneys, insurance representatives, and law enforcement agencies
• Provide deposition and courtroom testimony as an expert witness when required
• Maintain chain of custody and adhere to artifact documentation, collection, handling, and preservation protocols
• Stay current with applicable codes, standards, and investigative best practices, including NFPA 921 and NFPA 1033

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in fire science, engineering, criminal justice, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of experience conducting fire and forensic origin & cause investigations
• Knowledge of fire behavior, fire suppression systems, and building construction
• Familiarity with applicable codes, standards, and investigative methodologies
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple investigations simultaneously
• Willingness to travel and work irregular hours, including nights and weekends as needed

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI)
• Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (NAFI-CFEI)
• State or nationally recognized fire investigator credentials
• Wildland Fire Origin & Cause Determination a plus (NWCG FI-210)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel 50%+ of the time by vehicle or plane
• Ability to travel internationally
• Ability to maneuver in and around job/incident sites including incident scenes and confined spaces
• Extended walking/standing on uneven terrain, climbing, lifting, bending, kneeling, crouching
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to carry/transport equipment to and from job/incident sites
• Ability to inspect and document job sites and relevant artifacts
• Communicate effectively and professionally, both oral and written
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as necessary
• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test and wear a respirator

Competitive base salary of $90k – $175k plus performance bonus with significant earning potential of 50% of base salary (or more) depending on individual performance

Position Summary

We are seeking a Fire Protection Consultant to join our professional staff. The candidate hired will conduct failure analysis of fire protection systems (suppression, alarm, fire-rated construction), standard of care and code analyses, and design evaluations. The candidate will follow forensic engineering protocol, prepare technical reports, and provide expert witness testimony.

This position requires a thorough understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts related to the trouble shooting of systems as they relate to failures in the field.

Position Requirements

• 10+ years of industry field experience
• Some combination of the following certifications: NICET Sprinkler Fitter, Backflow Preventer, Fire Alarm, Restaurant Extinguishing System

Desired Experience

• Standard of Care
• Sprinkler system design
• Supporting a Senior Consultant
• Fire alarm installation/design
• Restaurant Hood system installation, service, and/or design
• Backflow preventer installation, service, and/or testing
• Fire origin and cause investigations

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage, coordinate, and execute all aspects of a project with very minimal oversight
• Work with other engineers, scientists, consultants, and investigators on research, field and laboratory examination and testing
• Provide expert testimony when required
• Maintain licenses and certifications, and acquire discipline-appropriate continuing education
• Attend and present at various industry conferences, trade shows, and other marketing events
• Provide marketing support by authoring articles and papers, and preparing text for marketing materials when requested
• Interact with clients to cross-market other professionals and services provided within the company
• Consistently demonstrate a team/company mindset
• Generate and develop new business through various marketing avenues, including innovative digital and social media strategies
• Able to meet travel requirement of 50% or greater

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel 50%+ of the time by vehicle or airline
• Ability to travel internationally
• Ability to maneuver in and around job/incident sites including incident scenes and confined spaces
• Extended walking/standing on uneven terrain, climbing, lifting, bending, kneeling, crouching
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to carry/transport equipment to and from job/incident sites
• Ability to drive to site locations in all conditions
• Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
• Communicate effectively and professionally, both oral and written
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as necessary
• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test and wear a respirator

Competitive base salary of $85k – $150k plus performance bonus with significant earning potential of 50%+ of base salary (or more) depending on individual performance