Forensic Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist - Tampa. FL

Irc Building Sciences Group • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference! Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment. We are currently seeking an additional experienced Mechanical Engineer, preferably with vehicle accident reconstruction experience, to support operations in the Tampa area. In this position, the Mechanical Engineer will apply their technical knowledge to provide failure analysis and forensic consulting services requiring mechanical engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients, and in the performance of vehicle accident reconstruction including investigating the failures involving vehicle systems (brakes, transmission, throttle, steering, etc.).

Requirements

• B.S. Mechanical Engineering degree or higher.
• PE Required.
• 8+ years of experience.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• ACTAR certification must be obtained within first year.
• Ability to gain P.E. reciprocity in additional states as needed.
• Physically able to climb ladders, walk on uneven surfaces, enter confined spaces, crawl under vehicles.
• Project Management and/or Field Investigation experience required strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in forensic engineering and vehicle accident reconstruction.
• Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including Microsoft Office and computer-assisted engineering and design software.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis and forensic assignments within the field of mechanical engineering expertise based on a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client.
• Investigate how and why an incident occurred, including identifying the origin, failure mechanism, and root cause of the incident.
• Inspect sites/products/equipment/systems; perform electronic data retrieval and analysis of commercial and non-commercial equipment; document site/product conditions.
• Conduct various analyses including industrial safety and accidents; equipment and machinery design and failure; product liability, and design and safety.
• Provide support on fire and explosion investigations involving mechanical systems, products, and equipment.
• Reconstruct vehicular accidents using analysis, CAE-based tools, and test data.
• Analyze single and multiple vehicle collisions, perform damage analysis, speed analysis, and roadway drag factors.
• Prepare reports and present findings to the client, including demonstrative diagrams and charts.
• Document and preserve evidence, prepare written reports of findings, and provide expert testimony in litigation as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability.
• Employer-matching 401(k).
• Opportunities for advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree