Vehicle Crash/Automotive Engineering Forensic Expert

Robson Forensic•Lancaster Township, PA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Vehicle Crash / Automotive Engineering Expert, you will investigate vehicle crash incidents, analyze vehicle systems and structures, applying your comprehensive knowledge of standards and practices, write clear, scientifically sound reports, and provide expert testimony. You will delve into the "why" behind incidents, critically assessing decision-making, operational procedures, and the standard of care. This role offers you a chance to use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills, collaborate with highly respected experts, continuously learn and grow as an expert in your field, and make a tangible difference in litigation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college.
7+ years of hands-on motor vehicle design, development, manufacturing, including development and testing at the OEM or Tier 1 level.
Thorough working knowledge of vehicle systems, vehicle dynamics, crash testing, and automotive engineering development & manufacturing processes.
Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
Strong ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, objective evidence for non-technical audiences.
Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is desirable but not required.
Clean background screen, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive.

Nice To Haves

Experience in vehicle dynamics and crash performance, including vehicle structures, restraints, safety, and/or chassis systems is highly preferable.
Familiarity with Heavy Trucks is a plus.

Responsibilities

Investigate vehicle crash incidents.
Analyze vehicle systems and structures, applying your comprehensive knowledge of standards and practices.
Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
Provide expert testimony.