Remote Biomechanical Forensic Engineer: Litigation Analysis

Rimkus Consulting Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 144,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

401k/IRA

Life insurance

Paid time off

Family leave

Disability

Training & development

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group is seeking a biomedical/biomechanical engineer to conduct human-injury impact analyses and accident reconstructions. The role involves using models to determine injury potential, reviewing police and medical records, and providing written reports and expert testimony.

The position requires a Master’s in biomedical/biomechanical engineering (PhD preferred), and 4+ years of relevant experience with optional PE and ACTAR certifications. Travel and on-site work are common.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biomedical or biomechanical engineering; PhD preferred.
• PE license preferred or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Minimum 4+ years in biomedical/biomechanical engineering with a Master’s; less acceptable with PhD.
• ACTAR certification preferred or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Performs human-injury impact analysis of vehicular accidents, mechanical failures, falls, and falling objects.
• Analyzes vehicular accidents and reconstructs vehicular incidents.
• Prepares written reports of findings in clear, concise terms.
• Provides testimony in depositions and the courtroom.
• Conducts human motion and injury impact analyses.
• Analyzes injuries from automobile, industrial, marine, and recreational accidents.
• Conducts on-site vehicle examinations and provides written conclusions.
• Reviews media and records to support conclusions.
• Locates and applies research of literature and regulations.
• Applies mathematical and empirical methods of analysis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

General PC software proficiency

Forensic engineering background (pref)

Experience in anatomy/teaching/auto

Education

Master’s in biomedical or biomechanical engineering

PhD preferred

Job description

Rimkus Consulting Group is seeking a biomedical/biomechanical engineer to conduct human-injury impact analyses and accident reconstructions. The role involves using models to determine injury potential, reviewing police and medical records, and providing written reports and expert testimony.

The position requires a Master’s in biomedical/biomechanical engineering (PhD preferred), and 4+ years of relevant experience with optional PE and ACTAR certifications. Travel and on-site work are common.