Forensic Engineer/ Collision Investigator

Davies Consulting; Camden Town; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Forensic Engineer to investigate road traffic collisions and produce court-compliant reports. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or physics, and possess practical knowledge of collision investigation. This role offers flexible working options, including home-based arrangements, and includes various benefits aimed at supporting employee wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Career & Purpose: Training programme

Flexible working: 25 days holiday

Health & dental plans: BUPA

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of collision investigation and relevant experience.
• Full clean driving licence (category B).

Responsibilities

• Investigate and reconstruct road traffic collisions.
• Produce court-compliant reports.
• Engage in knowledge sharing with the team.

Skills

Collision investigation

Vehicle examinations

Court attendance

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in engineering, science or physics

Incorporated or Chartered Engineer Status

Job description

Job Overview

Forensic Engineer/ Collision Investigator – Department: Claims Management. Employment type: Permanent – Full Time. Location: Home, United Kingdom.

Working as part of a small team, the role involves investigating and reconstructing road traffic collisions and producing court‑compliant reports. Investigations typically include: examination of vehicles, images and documentation, use of traditional collision investigation techniques to consider issues of liability, damage consistency, fraud and claims validation; reading and analysing vehicle data; documentary evidence reviews, witness statements, police reports and literature; preparing detailed, technically accurate reports. As an expert witness, court attendance may be necessary along with meetings and discussions with clients and barristers. We receive instructions from solicitors, insurance companies, manufacturers and the general public. The role is office (Preston) or home based.

Typical Day

The objective is to produce impartial, accurate and comprehensive reports that assist the court in understanding collision magnitudes, fraud concerns and liability disputes. This includes pre‑litigation investigation, providing expert advice, aiding early identification of concerns, and supporting clients in settlement and case management. Work alongside GBB’s team of experts, engage in knowledge sharing and continue in‑house research projects.

Knowledge & Abilities

The role will be open to individuals who demonstrate the required qualifications and training, or who already possess the necessary experience.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in engineering, science or physics, or an equivalent level of learning.
• Practical knowledge of collision investigation and relevant experience.
• Full clean driving licence (category B).

Desirable Qualifications

• Incorporated or Chartered Engineer Status (e.g., MIET, IEng, CEng or industry‑specific recognition such as MITAI).
• Specific Collision Investigation Qualifications (UCPD, Cert HE or equivalent).
• Full driving licence with additional category endorsements obtained through further training.

Beneficial Experience

• Collision investigation.
• Vehicle examinations.
• Vehicle downloads (e.g. Bosch CDR).
• Body shop or vehicle mechanic.
• Court attendance.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work unsupervised and demonstrate self‑motivation.
• Effective management of own workload.
• Produce high‑quality evidence‑based reports tailored for diverse audiences including clients and the court.
• Consistently manage and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to engage in continuous learning and regular CPD.

Benefits

• Career & Purpose: Davies Innovation Lab, Leadership training programme, funding for professional qualifications.
• Thrive at Davies: learning opportunities, environmental & social initiatives, Davies Foundation, local charity funding.
• Employee Resource Groups, employee volunteering programme.
• Financial Health: pension with 5% employee and 5% employer contribution, high‑street discounts, financial wellbeing hub, life assurance.
• Wellbeing: mental, physical & emotional wellbeing centre, EAP, 24/7 helpline.
• Flexible working: 25 days holiday (26 after 5 years, 27 after 10 years), hybrid or home‑based options, cycle to work and lease‑car salary sacrifice.
• Incentives: Davies incentive plan, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Inclusive employment policies covering menopause, fertility, sabbaticals, baby loss and miscarriage support.
• Health & dental plans: BUPA dental, health cash plan, BUPA dental.