Hybrid Mechanical Engineer – Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist

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About the role

  • Join Rimkus as a Mechanical Engineer specializing in forensic investigations of mechanical failures. Conduct analyses, prepare reports, and provide expert testimony in legal matters.

Responsibilities

  • Perform forensic assignments within the field of mechanical engineering expertise
  • Investigate how and why an incident occurred and determine whether it was a result of mechanical failure of equipment
  • Inspect sites/products/equipment and perform analysis of commercial and non-commercial equipment
  • Determine cause and origin of damage and perform mechanical engineering analysis and calculations
  • Prepare sketches as required
  • Conduct various analyses including equipment and machinery design and failure, industrial incidents, product failure and liability, and materials analysis
  • Prepare oral and written reports to document analysis, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and recommended remediation steps
  • Provide expert opinions and testimony in deposition and trial as required
  • Manage multiple projects and work with other experts as needed
  • Use equations, applications, techniques, tools, and resources to analyze issues
  • Initiate, develop, and maintain client relationships

Requirements

  • B.S. Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering degree or equivalent from an accredited program
  • F.E. exam completed
  • P.E. licensure or ability to complete PE license within one year
  • Minimum 5 years of experience, including knowledge of machinery and equipment
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable form of transportation
  • Candidates must be able to travel locally by personal vehicle including transportation of tools and instruments

Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • bonus opportunities
  • full benefits package
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • disability
  • employer-matching 401(k)
  • opportunities for advancement

Job title

Mechanical Engineer – Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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