Biomechanical Engineer

Robson Forensic • Manheim Township, PA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role asks you to bring your expertise in engineering and bioengineering/biomechanics, specifically involving human body kinematics and kinetics or injury research, to determine how and why an injury occurred from an engineering standpoint. You will work alongside nationally respected experts on casework that is consequential to industry and society, and you will keep learning for the rest of your career. Prior forensic experience is not required; Robson Forensic will train you to apply your expertise in a forensic setting, based on their experience of nearly 40 years in providing expert witness services. You will analyze the forces and motions involved to figure out if the alleged injuries are consistent with the event. Areas of investigation include injury biomechanics/orthopedic biomechanics applied to events such as vehicle collisions, sports & recreation, occupation, assaults, falls, etc. It is extremely challenging work, but also an intellectually thrilling and rewarding experience.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in an engineering discipline & a B.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited University
• Bioengineering/biomechanics experience involving human body kinematics and kinetics or injury research
• Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, objective evidence for non-technical audiences.
• A clean background screen, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive.

Nice To Haves

• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) research

Responsibilities

• Apply scientific and engineering principles of bioengineering and biomechanics to investigate incidents involving claimed injuries/fatalities due to an event.
• Analyze and evaluate the technical and scientific aspects of incidents, injuries, and medical device failures.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree