Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist

Rimkus Consulting Group; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi is looking for a full-time employee to investigate and analyze vehicular collisions. Responsibilities include reconstructing accidents, preparing reports, and providing expert testimony in litigation. Candidates should possess a Civil Engineering degree and PE license. The company offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze vehicular collisions.
• Prepare and present diagrams and analyses related to collisions.
• Inspect and analyze automotive parts for failure.
• Document evidence and prepare reports for litigation.

Skills

Traffic engineering experience

Verbal communication skills

Analytical skills

Expert witness testimony

Education

S. Civil Engineering

PE license

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in engineering

Job description

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

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.

Essential Job Functions

• Reconstruct 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.
• Analyze single and multiple vehicle collisions, and intersection traffic signal analysis.
• Perform timely, accurate analysis, prepare reports, and present findings to the client.
• Prepare and present demonstrative diagrams and charts and provide an analysis of the cause of various incidents.
• Document and preserve evidence, prepare written reports of findings, and provide expert testimony in litigation as necessary.
• 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 judgment; 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— must frequently stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Must perform field inspections, physically move debris, inspect vehicles, and drive a motor vehicle. May lift and move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception are necessary.
• Overtime— This position is salaried with exempt FLSA status. Overtime may be required to meet demands.
• Travel Requirements— Up to 25% local/regional travel. Out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be required.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

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

• 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