Vehicle Accident Reconstruction (VAR) Expert

Rimkus Consulting Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 124,900 - 171,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group is seeking a Traffic Engineer in Seattle, WA who will investigate and analyze traffic control systems and vehicular collisions. Responsibilities include preparing reports, documenting evidence, and providing expert testimony in litigation. Candidates should have a B.S. in Civil Engineering and a PE license, with experience in traffic engineering. This role offers a salary range of $124,900 - $171,700 and a comprehensive benefits package including health care, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-10 years of experience in traffic engineering.
• 6+ years of accident reconstruction experience preferred for ex-law enforcement.
• PTOE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze vehicular collisions.
• Prepare reports and present findings to clients.
• Document and preserve evidence for litigation.

Skills

Traffic engineering experience

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Ability to provide expert testimony

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

PE license

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting.

Overview

Responsible for investigating, analyzing traffic control systems and reconstructing vehicular collisions. Duties include analyzing work zone traffic control plans, traffic signal timing plans, and traffic control devices, as they relate to single and multiple vehicle collisions. Prepare and present demonstrative diagrams, charts, and analyses of the relation of the transportation system to the collision. May also inspect and analyze automotive or mechanical parts for the origin and cause of failure. Document and preserve evidence obtained, prepare written reports of findings, and provide expert testimony in litigation as necessary.

The Salary Range for this position is $124,900.00 - $171,700.00 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

Essential Job Functions

• Reconstructing vehicular collisions using analysis, CAE-based tools, and test data where appropriate.
• Provide collision scene evidence analysis and forensic mapping of collision sites and vehicles.
• Responsibility will include analyzing single and multiple vehicle collisions, and intersection traffic signal analysis.
• The Traffic Engineer will perform timely, accurate analysis, prepare reports, and present your findings to the client.
• The Traffic Engineer will also prepare and present demonstrative diagrams and charts and provide an analysis of the cause of various incidents.
• Work involves documenting and preserving evidence, preparing written reports of findings, and providing expert testimony in litigation as necessary.
• Provide collision scene evidence analysis and forensic mapping of collision sites and vehicles.
• Inspect roadways, traffic signals, traffic control devices, cars, trucks, or other various forms of transportation.

Required Experience, Education and Certifications

• S. Civil Engineering required.
• PE license required.
• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in engineering preferred.
• Part-time and ex-law enforcement officers with 6+ years of accident reconstruction experience.
• 2-10+ years’ experience required.
• PTOE certification preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Professional/industry working experience in traffic engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Independent judgement; strong analytical skills.
• Ability to provide expert witness testimony.
• Must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site/vehicle inspections.
• Speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in deposition or trial.
• Must possess the mental aptitude, cognition, concentration, and state of mind necessary to perform job duties.

Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements

• 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. Employee 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 where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.
• Travel Requirements - This position requires up to 25% local/regional travel. Out‑of‑the‑area and overnight travel may be required.

Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

Benefits Summary

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home