Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist/ Biomechanical Engineer

SEA, Ltd; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

S-E-A, a leader in forensic engineering, is seeking a biomechanical engineer for their Columbus office. The role involves conducting investigations related to vehicle impacts, developing client relationships, and presenting findings. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree with relevant experience in accident reconstruction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of post-academic work experience.
• Ability to obtain the P.E. registration through testing.
• Desire to learn accident reconstruction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and perform failure/accident analysis.
• Evaluate bodily injuries inflicted by machinery and vehicles.
• Prepare and submit written reports documenting investigations.

Skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Public speaking

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or Biomechanics

Job description

S-E-A, a national leader in forensic engineering for over 50 years, is adding to our dynamic biomechanical team in our corporate office in Columbus, OH! Our biomechanical experts understand and analyze how a human physically interacts with its environment. This particular opportunity will require a mechanical degree. Our experts train to become testifying experts in litigation (deposition and trial). Curious, driven, great communicators (written and oral) engineers are exceptional fits for this career path.

Learn More: https://sealimited.com/capability/biomechanics/

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Conduct field investigations and perform failure/accident analysis on incidents involving all types of vehicles and mechanical equipment and their impact on the human body
• Conduct research/ and forensic investigations in the areas of impact biomechanics, occupant protection, ergonomics, workplace safety, medical devices, and vehicular accident reconstruction
• Evaluate bodily injuries inflicted by machinery, automobiles, mechanical equipment or slip/trip and falls
• Apply engineering principles in accordance with industry standards to investigation analysis
• Conduct vehicular accident reconstruction analysis
• Conduct unbiased investigations for various types of clients
• Prepare and submit written reports that document failure(s), extent of loss, cause(s) and recommended remediation
• Explain to clients, in layman's terms, your investigation, analysis and what you determined to be the cause of the failure
• Deliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groups
• Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending company-paid educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies
• Responsible for retention and development of client relations

• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
• Regular and predictable presence at work

Position Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanics or similar degree required
• Education or training in Impact Biomechanics
• Minimum of three years of post-academic work experience
• Ability to obtain the P. E. registration through testing
• Post academic engineering experience outside of academia
• Desire to learn accident reconstruction

• Public speaking experience a plus
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Ability to maneuver in and around an accident site
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to carry equipment to and from job sites
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to drive in all conditions
• Ability to fly on airplanes
• Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
• Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications
• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
• Regular and predictable presence at work

S-E-A places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company and is a dedicated equal opportunity employer, evaluating all qualified applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.