Mechanical Engineer- Failure Analysis & Accident Reconstruction

ARCCA INCORPORATED • Tinicum Township, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Technical Services, LLC, is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States. Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services. ABOUT ARCCA ARCCA, LLC (an ATS Family of Companies)., is a growing national forensic, scientific, and engineering company with 6 offices nationwide located in Penns Park, PA (suburban Philadelphia); Pittsburgh, PA; Chicago, IL; Hollywood, FL; Oakland, CA; and Seattle, WA. Since 1987, ARCCA has assisted thousands of clients address their technical and scientific challenges and manage their litigation issues. Our team of experienced and credentialed professionals provides Forensic Engineering; Expert Witness Testimony; Sports Biomechanics & Human Performance; and Research, Development, Testing & Evaluation services. Our expertise and depth of experience have made ARCCA the preferred choice of insurance companies, law firms, government agencies, and corporate safety, claims and risk management departments. The quality of our work has led to a national reputation as “The ARCCA Advantage – Experience, Service, Expertise and Credibility.” Job Title: Mechanical Engineer- Failure Analysis & Accident Reconstruction Location: Penns Park, PA Department: Forensic Engineering 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.
• The expert candidate will possess the willingness to work in the litigation setting and will be given the 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; however, the expert candidate must possess solid written and verbal communication skills.
• A 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.

Nice To Haves

• PE licensure in one or more states, preferred.

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: Mid Level