Consultant - Vehicle Accident Reconstruction

Experienced Traffic Engineer will investigate, analyze, and reconstruct vehicular collisions, including traffic control system analysis, signal timing plans, and traffic control devices related to single and multiple vehicle collisions. The role requires preparing demonstrative diagrams, charts, and analyses of the transportation system as it relates to the collision, and may include inspection of automotive or mechanical parts for failure origin. The engineer will document and preserve evidence, write reports of findings, and provide expert testimony in litigation as necessary.

The Salary Range for this position is $83,300.00 – $ per year and is dependent on education, experience, location, and certifications/llicensure.

• 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, charts, and provide 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.

• Bachelor's Degree in 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.

• 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.
• Speak and interact with clients, prepare written reports of findings, and testify in deposition or trial.
• Must possess the mental aptitude, cognition, concentration, and state of mind necessary to perform job duties.

• 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.

• 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

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.