Senior Human Factors Consultant

Rimkus-

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Rimkus in Chicago is seeking a seasoned Forensic Human Factors professional to manage diverse consulting projects. You will conduct field investigations, analyze human–product interactions, and prepare expert reports for legal proceedings.

The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and providing deposition testimony when required. The ideal candidate holds advanced degrees (Master's, PhD) in related fields, with preferred BCPE or PE certification, and may travel up to 25% to

Qualifications

Understanding of legal language, research methods, and court pleadings.
Strong writing and analytical capabilities for reports and affidavits.
Experience in human factors litigation support is preferred.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a legal and/or proactive consulting practice.
Complete site and product inspections.
Meet with colleagues, clients, and other professionals to discuss cases.
Prepare expert reports, deposition summaries, and affidavits.
Research statutes, regulations, and standards; provide written analyses.
Organize and manage case files and exhibits.
Provide deposition and trial testimony.
Track billable hours and maintain records.

Skills

Understanding of legal language and **

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical and problem-solving

Stress management

Confidentiality and discretion

Written and verbal communication

Client relations and management

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Master’s degree in Cognitive, Experimental, or Industrial Psychology; Neuroscience; Industrial & Systems Engineering; or Human Factors or related field

Ph.D. in Cognitive, Experimental, or Industrial Psychology; Neuroscience; Industrial & Systems Engineering; or Human Factors

BCPE Board Certification

Professional Engineer License

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!

Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!

OVERVIEW:

The Rimkus Forensic Human Factors group provides services related to evaluating safety, human performance, risk perception, and decision-making associated with human interaction with products, environments, and processes. The position will require managing a range of consulting projects that may involve working with teams on multi-disciplinary projects; conducting field investigations and physical testing, including data acquisition using software or involving human subjects testing; conducting research to obtain technical data; and reviewing scientific literature and standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Develop and maintain a legal and/or proactive consulting practice.
Complete site and product inspections.
Meet with colleagues, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
Prepare expert reports, deposition summaries, and affidavits.
Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, and other standard sources; provide written analysis to consultants.
Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
Provide deposition and trial testimony.
Develop and maintain records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.

Required: master’s degree in Cognitive, Experimental, or Industrial Psychology; Neuroscience; Industrial & Systems Engineering; or Human Factors or related field.
Preferred: 3 plus years of work experience in human factors litigation consulting support.
Preferred: Ph.D. in Cognitive, Experimental, or Industrial Psychology; Neuroscience; Industrial & Systems Engineering; or Human Factors.
Preferred: Board Certification from BCPE and/or Professional Engineer License.

REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Have excellent client relations and management skills.
Must be knowledgeable about Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:

Physical Demands- While performing this job, the employee must frequently stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Must be able to perform field inspections, physically move debris, inspect vehicles (commercial and tractor-trailer), and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employees may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

Overtime-This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. There will be periods when overtime is required, which the employee will need to comply with to meet the demands of the position.

Travel- 25% at most, overnight and field.