Accident Reconstruction Specialist/Forensic Engineer
About the company:
This established forensic engineering consultancy is trusted to investigate some of the most complex transportation incidents across the country. Their engineers combine technical expertise with real world investigations to help clients understand exactly what happened and why.
It's the kind of role where you'll spend as much time solving problems in the field as you will analysing evidence back in the office. Every case is different and every investigation brings a new challenge.
What you'll be doing:
Investigate vehicle collisions and transportation incidents
Visit accident scenes and collect physical evidence
Analyse vehicle damage, road conditions, event data, and supporting information
Reconstruct collisions using engineering principles and specialist software
Prepare detailed engineering reports and technical findings
Work directly with attorneys, insurers, law enforcement, and corporate clients
Use drones, laser scanners, and other technology to document investigations
Provide expert witness support when required
What we're looking for:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
3+ years of experience in accident reconstruction, forensic engineering, or transportation engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or the ability to obtain one
ACTAR certification is an advantage
Experience investigating vehicle collisions or transportation incidents
Familiarity with PC-Crash, HVE, FARO Zone, Virtual CRASH, or similar software
Strong analytical, communication, and report writing skills
Comfortable travelling for site investigations and client meetings
More reasons to apply:
Work on varied investigations where no two cases are the same
Access to advanced reconstruction software and specialist equipment
Learn from experienced forensic engineers and recognised industry experts
Support for ACTAR certification and continued professional development
Long-term pipeline of forensic consulting work across multiple industries
Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and excellent opportunities for career growth