Experienced Testifying Expert | Biomechanics

Explico; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

401(k) match

Healthcare coverage

Life and disability insurance

Educational assistance

Nationally visible cases

Job summary

Explico, an employee-owned forensic engineering firm based in Portland, OR, seeks an Expert in Biomechanics to lead complex casework, provide deposition and courtroom testimony, and mentor junior engineers. The role emphasizes high-profile litigation, client service excellence, and thought leadership in injury analysis, requiring 8+ years in forensic engineering or accident reconstruction and a PE license.

The position offers national-visibility cases and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of forensic engineering or accident reconstruction experience.
• Licensed PE required.
• ACTAR certification strongly preferred.
• Proven expert witness experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biomechanical investigations
• Provide expert opinions supported by research, testing, and literature
• Provide deposition and trial testimony
• Serve as lead expert on biomechanics cases
• Maintain and grow client relationships
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers

Skills

Expert witness experience

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

ACTAR certification

Job description

Who We Are

Explico is an employee-owned forensic engineering firm dedicated to uncovering the truth through scientific rigor and objective analysis. In an industry increasingly shaped by financial interests, we remain focused on the integrity of our work, the people who do it, and the long-term impact we leave behind. Our multidisciplinary team - spanning accident reconstruction, biomechanics, human factors, and more - comes together around a shared commitment to the craft of investigation, not just the business of it.

Who We Are

Explico is an employee-owned forensic engineering firm dedicated to uncovering the truth through scientific rigor and objective analysis. In an industry increasingly shaped by financial interests, we remain focused on the integrity of our work, the people who do it, and the long-term impact we leave behind. Our multidisciplinary team - spanning accident reconstruction, biomechanics, human factors, and more - comes together around a shared commitment to the craft of investigation, not just the business of it.

What You’ll Do

As an Expert in Biomechanics, you will lead complex casework, provide deposition and courtroom testimony, and serve as a thought leader in injury analysis. You’ll be involved in high-profile litigation matters and play a critical role in both client service and mentorship.

• Conduct comprehensive biomechanical investigations
• Provide expert opinions supported by research, testing, and literature
• Provide deposition and trial testimony
• Serve as lead expert on biomechanics cases
• Maintain and grow client relationships
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of forensic engineering or accident reconstruction experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required
• ACTAR certification strongly preferred
• Proven expert witness experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with quarterly and annual bonus potential
• 401(k) match up to 6%
• Full healthcare coverage (medical, vision, and dental)
• Life and disability insurance
• Educational assistance program
• Work on nationally visible, high-impact cases
• Marketing and new business development support
• Research funding and opportunities

Explico is an equal opportunity employer, including disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other protected characteristic.

To request disability accommodations during the application process, please call Explico's main line at 248-731-5197 and ask to speak with Human Resources.