Forensic Mechanical Engineer: Accident Reconstruction

Acloché LLC; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensic Engineering seeks a Mechanical Engineer to perform hands-on forensic investigations, including vehicle crash analyses and loss origin studies. Travel may be required for on-site inspections and field work, with an emphasis on independent, detail-oriented work in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a PE license and have 3–5 years of mechanical engineering experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage projects from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 3–5 years of specialized mechanical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Knowledge of key automotive vehicle systems such as powertrain, chassis, and dynamics.
• Willingness to travel on a day or overnight basis to conduct investigations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to efficiently complete detailed work.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical inspections and evaluate motor vehicle crashes.
• Download black box data and recreate crashes using engineering analyses and simulations.
• Manage forensic engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Travel occasionally to investigate incidents in the field.

Skills

PE license

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Forensic Engineering seeks a Mechanical Engineer to perform hands-on forensic investigations, including vehicle crash analyses and loss origin studies. Travel may be required for on-site inspections and field work, with an emphasis on independent, detail-oriented work in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a PE license and have 3–5 years of mechanical engineering experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage projects from concept to completion.