U.S. Forensic, LLC, an ATS Family of Companies, assists commercial and industrial clients by performing forensic evaluations, reporting, and expert witness testimony. The firm's capabilities include accident reconstruction; structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering; fire origin and cause; and environmental services. U.S. Forensic tailors its consulting engineering services to meet each client's unique needs, and its experienced forensic engineers and investigators support a wide range of industries. As part of the ATS family, the company also offers expanded capabilities in testing, inspection, and calibration when a broader scope of services is required.
Applied Technical Services, LLC (ATS) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. ATS serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets, including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today, ATS employs nearly 2,100 team members across more than 95 locations throughout the United States.
Together, U.S. Forensic and ATS are driven by a shared purpose to create a safe and reliable world, delivering assurance through precise technical and professional services.
Job Title: Fire Investigator- Forensic Services
Position Type: Part-Time
Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced
Fire Investigator to join our growing multidisciplinary forensic team, providing expert services to insurance companies, legal counsel, and corporate clients. The ideal candidate will conduct Origin and Cause investigations, prepare detailed technical reports, and support litigation through expert testimony when required.
This role requires strong investigative skills, sound technical judgment, and the ability to clearly communicate findings to clients, attorneys, and courts. We deliver our product promptly and accurately to grow market share and maintain customer loyalty.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct independent fire and explosion Origin and Cause investigations in accordance with NFPA 921 and industry best practices.
- Examine fire scenes, collect and preserve evidence, and document findings through photographs, sketches, and notes.
- Analyze fire dynamics, burn patterns, electrical systems, and mechanical components.
- Prepare clear, defensible, and well-supported investigative reports.
- Collaborate with engineers, forensic experts, attorneys, and claims professionals.
- Maintain the chain of customer documentation and ensure evidence integrity.
- Travel to investigative sites as needed, including after-hours or on-call responses.
- Stay current with industry standards, codes, litigation trends, and continuing education requirements.
- Ability to manage multiple active cases and meet utilization expectations.
- Regular travel required (2-3 times per week), including responses up to 6 hours from home, with occasional extended travel as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 5+ years of experience conducting origin and cause fire investigations as a certified investigator in the public or private sector.
- NAFI - CFEI certifications required. IAAI- CFI preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA 921 and NFPA 1033.
- Experience working with insurance companies and/or litigation matters.
- Strong technical writing skills with the ability to produce professional forensic reports.
- Analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Attention to detail and evidence handling.
- Professional demeanor when interacting with clients and attorneys.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Time management and case prioritization abilities.
- Ability to meet state-specific licensing and regulatory requirements for Fire Origin & Cause investigations across multiple states/jurisdictions
- Ability to work in hazardous environments. (PPE Required)
- Comfortable with physical fieldwork including climbing, lifting, and navigating debris.
- Experience with forensic documentation tools and digital reporting platforms preferred.
- Proficiency with standard computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and PDF software.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet ATS driving record standards.
- Must have clean criminal record and be eligible and willing to provide testimony in legal proceedings as needed.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Applied Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
