Transportation Forensic Engineer

The role of a Forensic Engineer within the Transportation and Collision Analysis group involves independent and collaborative work with the Forensic Engineering team, investigative fieldwork, and analysis to determine the root‑cause related to motor vehicle collisions or incident events. The Forensic Engineer will take a hands‑on approach to engineering, working in the field and the office.

• Conduct investigation of motor vehicle collisions and incidents
• Analyze evidence, facts, and develop a report of findings
• Work independently and collaboratively with team members
• Rapid response to evidence documentation requests
• Complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Conduct ethical practices consistently

• Self‑motivated
• Problem‑solving
• Familiarity with mechanical systems
• Detail‑oriented
• Good public speaker, strong written and verbal communication skills

• BS Degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical preferred), with a focus in highway geometrics, traffic engineering, and/or construction management with a focus on highway construction projects
• Prior engineering experience
• Prior experience in Forensic Engineering dealing with collision analysis is a plus
• ACTAR or other industry certifications preferred
• Vehicle design and/or maintenance experience a plus

• Licensed Professional Engineer with the ability to license in other states if necessary (NCEES record holder preferred)
• Valid Driver’s License in good standing, demonstrating safe driving habits, and capable of being insured by our company policy.
• Must be able to pass a background check as required for the position

This is a full‑time position. Some flexibility in hours is permitted, but s/he must be available during the standard work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Pay: $75,000 - $150,000. Pay is commensurate on individual's experience, education, skills, and abilities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as short‑ and long‑term disability
• 401k with an employer match
• Paid time off (vacation & holiday)

This position is a combination of fieldwork, travel‑related work, and sedentary work. An employee is regularly required to drive, stand, sit, walk, reach, type, talk, hear, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50 pounds. An employee may also be required to traverse wooded and/or uneven terrain, enter structures, use ladders, walk on roofs, enter small spaces, and work in various weather conditions.

Regular travel will be required as a part of the Forensic Engineer job. Some periodic overnight travel may be required.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Eligible candidates will be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Nederveld Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.