Associate Biomechanical Engineer

DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Medical, dental, and vision

401k with company match

Company-paid life insurance

STD and LTD benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering in Charlotte, NC, seeks an Associate Biomechanical Engineer to support accident reconstruction within the ARC and Biomechanics team. You will assist senior engineers with fieldwork and in-office analysis, applying biomechanics to document crash scenes and evaluate vehicle dynamics.

This role suits detail-oriented, collaborative engineers eager to grow in injury biomechanics, CAD/FE modeling, and computational simulation with some regional travel.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (preferred) or M.S. in Engineering with an emphasis on Injury Biomechanics.
• Knowledge in Biomechanics, Injury Causation, Injury Threshold.
• Experience in CAD, FE modeling, and computational simulation is highly desired.
• Available to travel regionally.
• Comfortable working on a team and in a collaborative space.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in investigation, analysis, and reconstruction of motor vehicle crashes.
• Document accident scenes, evaluate vehicle dynamics, and support science-based conclusions.
• Work on fieldwork and in-office analysis to apply engineering principles and emerging technologies.

Skills

Biomechanics

Injury causation

Injury threshold

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Detail oriented

Education

MS in Engineering

PhD preferred

Tools

CAD

FE modeling

Computational simulation

Job description

Biomechanics Engineer– Charlotte, NC

Injury Biomechanics & Motor Vehicle Crash Reconstruction

Company

Founded in 2004, and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering is the largest firm in the United States solely dedicated to accident reconstruction services. In this regard, we have managed cases in 48 states and internationally. With deep and proven experience, an expanding geographic footprint, and strong customer relationships, we are now keenly focused on growing our Biomechanics service offering.

Job Description

The Associate Biomechanical Engineer is an early-career engineering role within DELTA |v|’s Accident Reconstruction (ARC) and Biomechanics team. This position supports senior engineers in the investigation, analysis, and reconstruction of motor vehicle crashes, providing technical expertise through a combination of fieldwork and in-office analysis. Associate Biomechanical Engineers apply engineering principles, emerging technologies, and analytical tools to document accident scenes, evaluate vehicle dynamics, and support the development of clear, science-based conclusions.

This role is well suited for engineers who are highly detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and eager to grow within a collaborative forensic engineering environment. This opportunity involves some regional travel. The candidate must enjoy working in a high-energy environment and being outdoors.

Skills And Qualifications

• Ph.D. (preferred) or M.S. in Engineering (e.g. Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering) with an emphasis on Injury Biomechanics.
• Knowledge in the areas of:
• Biomechanics
• Injury Causation
• Injury Threshold
• Experience in the use of CAD, FE modeling, and computational simulation is highly desired
• Available to travel regionally
• Comfortable working on a team and in a collaborative space
• Positive attitude full of commitment and a desire to contribute both to the company and our Biomechanics service offerings
• Ability and desire to learn

Opportunities

• Offering a highly competitive salary with bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision benefit offerings
• Immediate inclusion in our 401k program, including company matching
• Company-paid life insurance, STD, and LTD benefits
• Proven commitment to ongoing professional development opportunities
• DELTA |v| focuses on quality of life, while consistently growing each year

DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants.