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2 years experience
Expertise
  • Fire & Explosion Investigation
  • Forensic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineeing
Overview

Amanda is a Fire Investigator specializing in mechanical engineering, failure analysis and origin and cause investigation of fires. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from McMaster University, along with a Co-Op designation. Amanda has attended and participated in over 100 fire scene investigations and mechanical failure examinations.

Education
McMaster University B. Eng., Mechanical Engineering and Co-Op Hamilton, ON 2024

Fire Investigator – Mechanical Engineering
OCI Group
Mississauga, ON
October 2024 – Present

  • Conduct fire scene investigations primarily for the insurance industry
  • Experienced in working individually or in a team setting
  • Responsible for the continuity of the fire scene during investigations
  • Technical report writing
  • Attended and participated in over 100 fire scene investigations

Fire Investigator – Mechanical Engineering Co-Op
OCI Group
Mississauga, ON
May 2023 – August 2023, May 2021 – August 2021

  • Assisted in the investigation of fires, mechanical failures, equipment malfunctions and product defects
  • Conducted fieldwork at investigation sites as well as lab work in offices
  • Operated various equipment including investigative x-ray equipment as well as failure analysis and 3D microscopy
  • Travelled across Ontario to investigation sites and provided input regarding the incident based on NFPA 921
  • Completed 33 hours of tested training programs through the International Association of Arson Investigators, Inc. (IAAI)

Fire Investigator – Mechanical Engineering Co-Op
VPC Group Inc.
Mississauga, ON
May 2022 – September 2022

  • Worked directly with plant management and implemented yield workflow, maintenance optimization and continuous improvement projects
  • Researched, analyzed and reported findings on operational inefficiency as engineering project manager
  • Collaborated with senior plant management, department leads, joint health and safety committee and union chair members
  • Proposed and executed manufacturing improvement initiatives
  • Formulated and executed implementation plans, including training and development of line workers
  • Utilized AutoCAD LT for projects such as plant layout and polyol tote outsourcing

NFPA 921- In Progress

Where to Find Amanda Lykos

Mississauga

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