Description

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Development Forensic Engineer

Job Location: South Africa

Job Type: Permanent

Remuneration: Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications

We have an exciting opportunity for a Development Forensic Engineer, Electrical to join Sedgwick's Environmental Forensic Investigations team in South Africa.

Working for EFI Global in South Africa, supporting insurance and commercial clients, you will advise on the end‑to‑end management of environmental incidents, overseeing investigations to determine contamination and associated risks.

As a Development Forensic Engineer, you will apply early career electrical engineering experience within a structured, supervised environment, contributing to investigations involving electrical faults, fire damage, plant failures, and equipment losses.

In undertaking site inspections, you will document evidence, record conditions, and gather technical data such as drawings, test results, and maintenance records, enabling thorough and accurate analysis.

Using established engineering principles and regulations, you will assess failures and damage, supporting clear, evidence-based conclusions and producing concise technical reports for insurers, loss adjusters, and clients, subject to review.

Throughout investigations, you will maintain organised records, manage documentation, engage with stakeholders, and respond to technical queries while supporting the Lead Forensic Engineer and wider team delivery.

This is perfect for an early career engineer seeking hands‑on forensic experience, structured development, and progression within a technically focused, client‑driven environment.

The skills you will have when you apply:

• Academic Foundation and Technical Knowledge - BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering, with a solid understanding of electrical principles, installations, and distribution systems.
• Technical Interpretation - Able to read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Fault Analysis and Problem Solving - Uses structured methods to support analysis of electrical faults and incidents under supervision.
• Professional Communication - Communicates technical findings clearly and maintains professional conduct in client and site settings.
• Work Management and Accuracy - Detail-focused and methodical; manages multiple tasks while maintaining accurate technical records.
• Ownership and Development - Takes responsibility for work, demonstrates strong work ethic, IT proficiency, and a commitment to ongoing learning.

The skills that will be developed once working:

• We will provide all the Sedgwick specific training you need to thrive in this role.

What we'll give you for this role:

Remuneration & more

• Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications
• A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme, including life & disability cover
• Holiday allowance of 20 days plus bank holidays
• Flexible working from our office or your home

Health & support

• Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions)

Other benefits

• Structured programmes with clear timescales & transparent career pathways
• Fully supported professional qualifications with rewards

This isn't just a position, it's a pivotal role in shaping our industry

At Sedgwick, not only will you be working behind the scenes for some of the UK's most trusted insurance brands helping to resolve millions of claims every year, you'll also be an architect of tomorrow's insurance landscape with Sedgwick University. Our proprietary offering is the most comprehensive training and development program in the industry with more than 15,000 courses on demand, training specific to roles, and opportunities to continue your formal education - all available to you starting from your very first day.

You'll join a community passionate about making a difference, where every role contributes to a larger mission; protecting people and businesses. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to shape the future of insurance.

Next steps for you:

Think we'd be a great match? Apply now - we want to hear from you.

If you're unsure whether you have all the skills needed then do apply - we are looking for all backgrounds from seasoned professionals to those returning to the workforce, and everyone in-between.

Not only that, we are proud to have a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital/ family status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.

After the closing date we will review all applications and may select some applicants for an interview (which may be virtual, or in-person).

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.