Forensic Mechanical Engineer - Accident Reconstruction

Michael Page; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to conduct forensic investigations into vehicle accidents, product failures, and property losses. The role involves field inspections, accident reconstruction, and project management within a collaborative engineering environment.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team serving law firms, insurers, manufacturers, and corporate clients across the United States, with strong focus on technical excellence and defensible conclusions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• PE licence or EIT certification with plans to obtain PE status.
• Knowledge of automotive systems including powertrain, chassis, thermal, and vehicle dynamics.
• Willingness to travel for site inspections and investigations as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic engineering investigations involving vehicle accidents, product failures, and property losses.
• Perform vehicle inspections, data retrieval, and downloads.
• Reconstruct motor vehicle collisions using engineering calculations and simulation tools.
• Prepare technical reports, findings, and expert opinions for clients and legal proceedings.
• Manage multiple projects while coordinating field investigations and client requirements.

Skills

Vehicle dynamics knowledge

Powertrain knowledge

Chassis knowledge

Thermal knowledge

Field travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

MPI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to conduct forensic investigations into vehicle accidents, product failures, and property losses. The role involves field inspections, accident reconstruction, and project management within a collaborative engineering environment.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team serving law firms, insurers, manufacturers, and corporate clients across the United States, with strong focus on technical excellence and defensible conclusions.