Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist in Western New England or Upstate New York

Rimkus•Syracuse, NY

3h•Remote

About The Position

Rimkus is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting, specializing in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment. This role is responsible for investigating, analyzing, and reconstructing vehicular accidents and investigating failures involving vehicle systems (brakes, steering, throttle, engine, etc.). Duties include analyzing single- and multiple-vehicle collisions, speeds, roadway drag factors, reaction times, impaired and non-impaired driving behavior, lamps, tires, time-distance relationships, and injury correlation to collisions. The role involves preparing and presenting demonstrative diagrams, charts, and analyses of the cause and origin of various collisions. It may also involve inspecting and analyzing automotive or mechanical parts for the origin and cause of failure, documenting and preserving evidence, preparing written reports of findings, and providing expert testimony in litigation as necessary. Rimkus values a diverse and inclusive workplace and is committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates unique perspectives and experiences.

Requirements

Professional/industry working experience in vehicle accident reconstruction.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Independent judgment; strong analytical skills.
Ability to provide expert witness testimony.
Must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site/vehicle inspections.
Speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in deposition or trial.

Nice To Haves

B.S. Mechanical Engineering preferred.
P.E. license preferred.
Master’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred.
2-10+ years’ of Accident Reconstruction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Reconstruct vehicular accidents using engineering analysis, CAE-based tools, and test data where appropriate.
Provide collision scene evidence analysis and forensic mapping of collision sites and vehicles.
Inspect cars, trucks, and other various forms of transportation.
Perform damage analysis, speeds from damage (energy), coefficient of friction of roadway, time and distance relationships, lamp analysis, occupant kinematics, vehicle dynamics, perception and reaction times, braking efficiency of air brake systems on commercial motor vehicles, and intersection traffic signal analysis.
Inspect and analyze automotive parts or mechanical parts to determine the cause of failure.
Analyze product liability, design, and safety.
Document and preserve evidence obtained.
Prepare written reports of findings.
Provide expert testimony in litigation as necessary.