Biomechanical Engineer

Robson Forensic • Lancaster, PA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Robson Forensic is seeking a Biomechanical Engineer with a Ph.D. in an Engineering discipline and experience in Bioengineering/Biomechanics, specifically involving human body kinematics and kinetics or injury research. This role challenges you to apply your expertise to determine how and why injuries occurred from an engineering perspective. You will collaborate with nationally respected experts on significant casework and engage in continuous learning. Prior forensic experience is not required, as the company provides training based on nearly 40 years of experience in expert witness services. The position involves applying scientific and engineering principles of bioengineering and biomechanics to investigate incidents involving claimed injuries or fatalities, analyzing technical and scientific aspects of incidents, injuries, and medical device failures, writing scientifically sound reports, and providing expert testimony. Investigations will focus on analyzing forces and motions to determine consistency between alleged injuries and events, covering areas such as vehicle collisions, sports & recreation, occupation, assaults, and falls. This is described as challenging, intellectually thrilling, and rewarding work.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in an engineering discipline.
• 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.
• Analyze the forces and motions involved to figure out if the alleged injuries are consistent with the event.

Benefits

• Training in a forensic setting
• Continuous learning opportunities
• Collaboration with nationally respected experts
• Mentoring
• Opportunity to work on consequential casework

What This Job Offers

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