Maritime Forensic Expert - Tug & Towing

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forensic expert firm seeks an Inland or Ocean Tug & Towing Specialist. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of experience in towing and a valid USCG license, ready to transition to a respected consulting role. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply maritime expertise in legal contexts and collaborate with top professionals.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience operating towing vessels (inland and/or ocean).
• Valid USCG license (Master or Mate) with towing endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Investigate maritime incidents involving towing operations.
• Prepare written expert reports and testify in court.

Skills

Technical analysis

Maritime safety

Communication

Education

College degree

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

You are a top maritime professional with 15+ years of experience in inland and/or ocean towing. You are looking for a new and unique challenge to put your accumulated experience to work.

Robson Forensic, a longstanding forensic expert firm with an excellent reputation in the legal and scientific community, is looking for an Inland or Ocean Tug & Towing Specialist with significant inland (rivers) and/or ocean towing experience.

As an investigative consultant, you will provide investigations, analysis, reporting, and testimony in legal cases involving fleeting and inland river and/or ocean transportation related incidents. This is a unique opportunity to transition from hands-on marine operations into a highly respected maritime consultant role supporting litigation matters and other investigations in the maritime sector.

LOCATION:

FL, GA, NV, OH, PA, TX

DESCRIPTION:

• You will investigate maritime incidents involving towing operations.
• You will analyze tug, tow, and barge handling procedures.
• You will prepare written expert reports.
• You will testify in depositions and court.
• You will collaborate with attorneys and other technical experts.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Your college degree is .
• You have experience (15+ years) operating towing vessels (inland and/or ocean).
• You have a valid USCG license (Master or Mate) with towing endorsement or similar professional background.
• You have a thorough understanding of navigation, towing safety, and Coast Guard regulations and industry practices.
• You can work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• You have excellent technical and analytical skills.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• You are willing to travel about 20% on average.

Candidates must pass a drug, background, and reference check.

ABOUT US:

Robson Forensic is a leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, and a broad range of specialty disciplines.

Employees at Robson Forensic work alongside highly respected experts from both industry and academia. Our forensic experts are engaged in meaningful casework that is consequential to industry and society. Robson Forensic provides a unique working dynamic that blends collaboration and autonomy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOW TO APPLY:

If this opportunity meets your expectations for a challenging and rewarding career, and you meet our minimum requirements, please apply and attach your resume and a cover letter outlining your professional background and experience.