Biomechanical Engineer - Orlando, FL

Rimkus•Orlando, FL

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Biomechanical Engineer to join our team of forensic experts. In this role, you will investigate accidents, analyze injury mechanisms, reconstruct events, and provide scientific conclusions that help attorneys, corporations, insurers, and courts understand what happened and why. This is an exceptional opportunity for engineers who want to apply their technical expertise beyond the traditional laboratory or product-development environment and become recognized experts in a growing forensic engineering practice.

Requirements

Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, or a closely related field
4+ years of relevant biomechanical or biomedical engineering experience
Strong understanding of injury biomechanics, human factors, and engineering analysis methods
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, understandable conclusions
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, or related discipline
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 24 months
ACTAR certification or ability to obtain within 24 months
Experience in forensic engineering, accident reconstruction, injury biomechanics, anatomy, research, teaching, or the automotive industry
Prior expert witness or litigation support experience

Responsibilities

Perform biomechanical and injury causation analyses involving: Motor vehicle collisions, Slip, trip, and fall incidents, Falling-object cases, Mechanical failures, Recreational, industrial, and marine accidents
Reconstruct accident events using: Engineering principles, Computer simulations, Physical models, Scientific and medical research
Evaluate occupant kinematics, seatbelt usage, airbag interactions, and occupant positioning in vehicle crashes
Analyze medical records, imaging studies, accident reports, photographs, witness statements, depositions, and other case materials
Conduct vehicle inspections, site evaluations, and field investigations
Research and apply relevant scientific literature, industry standards, and governmental regulations
Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported expert reports
Present technical findings to attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders
Provide expert testimony during depositions, arbitrations, and trials
Site inspections and field evaluations
Vehicle examinations and accident scene investigations
Travel to client locations and legal proceedings
Occasional climbing, lifting, bending, and accessing confined spaces