Forensic Mechanical Engineer- Failure Analysis & Accident Reconstruction

ARCCA INCORPORATED • Tinicum Township, PA

4d • $75,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

ARCCA, LLC, an ATS Family of Companies, is a growing national forensic, scientific, and engineering firm. ARCCA’s Mechanical Engineer works with clients in the insurance and legal industries to investigate and analyze a variety of mechanical system failures. Projects involve industrial machinery, consumer products, HVAC equipment, workplace safety, construction equipment, as well as general safety issues. This role will have an Accident Reconstruction component as well which includes investigating and reconstructing motor and commercial vehicle collisions.

Requirements

• Masters in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Bachelors considered.
• PE licensure in one or more states, preferred.
• Willingness to work in the litigation setting.
• Opportunity to evaluate cases and claims, design and build test fixtures and to evaluate and test hardware.
• Prior testifying experience is preferred but not required.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Background in safety equipment is helpful with knowledge in any of the following areas including but not limited to machine guarding, operation of equipment, consumer products, workplace safety, ladders, scaffolding, machinery, construction equipment and general safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle, site, and evidence inspections utilizing the latest in 3D scanning technology and software, conduct testing, and collect corresponding data.
• Conduct investigations to gather and analyze equipment failures.
• Prepare and deliver technical/educational presentations to existing and potential client groups and technical conferences.
• Enhance professional/technical knowledge and credibility through continuing education programs, review of technical publications and the preparation of technical papers.
• Prepare technical reports.
• Provide expert testimony as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior