Biomechanical Engineer

Jobtailor

Miami (FL)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States seeks a Biomedical/Biomechanical Engineer to conduct human-injury impact analysis and accident reconstruction in legal contexts. The role emphasizes technical investigations, reporting, and expert testimony, leveraging computer and physical models.

Ideal candidates hold a master's in biomedical or biomechanical engineering, with Ph.D. preferred, and possess strong communication skills and ACTAR/PE considerations. 4+ years of relevant experience is desired.

Qualifications

Master's degree in biomedical or biomechanical engineering; Ph.D. preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts technical investigations, analysis, and testimony in litigation and failure analysis.
Provides human-injury impact analysis in vehicular and amusement park incidents.
Reconstructs accidents using computer and physical models.
Prepares written reports of findings.
Provides testimony in depositions and the courtroom.
Reviews media (photos, reports) to draw logical conclusions.
Applies mathematical and empirical methods of analyses.

Skills

Accident Reconstruction

Mathematical Analysis

Empirical Analysis

Human Motion Analysis

Report Writing

Technical Investigation

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Cognitive Problem-Solving

Education

Master's degree in Biomedical/Biomechanical Engineering

Ph.D. preferred

Tools

Computer Models

Physical Models

General PC Applications

Job description

Conducts technical investigations, analysis, and testimony in commercial and personal injury litigation and failure analysis involving medical equipment and accompanying procedural issues within a hospital or healthcare setting.
Provides human-injury impact analysis in vehicular accidents, amusement park ride accidents, and cases involving falls or falling objects by performing occupant motion studies to determine injury potential/causation, seatbelt use, the effects of airbag interaction, and determination of occupant positions.
Duties include using computer and physical models to re-construct accidents, to measure the load and injury levels, and to prepare written reports of findings.
Performs human-injury impact analysis of vehicular accidents, mechanical failures, falls, and falling objects.
Analyzes vehicular accidents, and mechanical failures, and reconstructs vehicular accidents.
Prepares written reports of findings in clear, concise, easy-to-understand terms.
Provides testimony in depositions and the courtroom.
Conducts human motion and injury impact analyses.
Analyzes injuries resulting from automobile, industrial, marine, and recreational accidents.
Conducts on-site vehicle examinations and provides written findings and conclusions.
Review various media (e.g., photographs, witness statements, depositions, police reports, medical and chiropractic records, etc.) to provide logical conclusions.
Locates and applies research of pertinent literature and governmental regulations.
Applies mathematical and empirical methods of analyses.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum master's degree in biomedical or biomechanical engineering. A Ph.D. is preferred.
PE license preferred or the ability to obtain it within 1 year.
Minimum of 4+ years in biomedical engineering or biomechanical engineering with a master's degree and will consider less experience for candidates with a Ph.D.
ACTAR certification preferred or the ability to obtain it within six months.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Background in forensic engineering preferred.
Cognitive problem-solving skills required.
Experience working in anatomy, teaching, or the automotive industry is helpful.
Working knowledge of general PC applications and software.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in conducting human-injury impact analysis and technical investigations in biomedical and biomechanical engineering, with a strong emphasis on accident reconstruction and forensic analysis. Proficient in preparing clear and concise reports and providing expert testimony in legal settings.

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