Senior Human Factors Consultant - Forensic Trials (Remote)

Rimkus-; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

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

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