Forensic Expert

Job Title:

Forensic Expert – Accident Reconstruction Expert

Location:

Midland, TX 79701

Employment Type:

Full Time
Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000

Aperture brings together leading forensic specialists and technical consultants who clarify complex events, strengthen business decisions, and deliver answers grounded in science and extensive industry experience.

As a Forensic Expert – Accident Reconstruction Expert, you will work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to reconstruct a variety of accidents, including but not limited to vehicular accidents, slip/trip and fall incidents, falling object incidents, and recreational accidents. You will calculate the amount and direction of forces associated with a particular accident, collect and analyze scientific findings including CDR from ECM of vehicles, determine speed, reaction times, stopping distances, driver input, and mechanical failures, and then create replicas of the accident scene to support or disprove theories of causation and sustained injuries.

• Investigate vehicles and conduct scene field investigations for a variety of accidents.
• Collect and analyze information that is a valid basis for sound forensic analysis, simulation, and/or testing for all accidents.
• Perform vehicle, site, and evidence inspections utilizing 3D scanning technology and software, conduct testing, and collect corresponding data, including CDR from ECM of vehicles.
• Utilize 3D laser scanners, aerial drones, and forensic mapping equipment to measure and collect accident evidence.
• Photograph scene evidence.
• Calculate principal directions of force and changes in velocity during a crash event to support findings.
• Compare involved parties’ and witnesses’ accounts of the accident with gathered physical and objective evidence.
• Prepare models/replicas of the accident scene, including measurements, vehicle position, damages, distances, and scene and roadway surface information.
• Communicate technical terminology effectively in lay‑person terms to clients.
• Prepare reports of scientific findings and conclusions that can be understood by laypersons and used in testimony during depositions and trials.
• Provide expert witness testimony via depositions or in a court of law, as needed.
• Meet the physical requirements listed below.

This job 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.

• College degree in engineering or related field.
• Industry experience reconstructing and analyzing injury‑producing incidents to evaluate mechanisms of injury and liability.
• Experience with dynamic testing, data collection or data analysis.
• Technical writing abilities.
• Proficient computer skills with office equipment, computers, and programs including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, etc., and the ability to work effectively on spreadsheets, word processing, networking, and e‑mail programs.
• Enhance professional/technical knowledge and credibility through continuing education, review of technical publications, and preparation of technical papers.

• Prior experience with accident reconstruction.
• Knowledge of accident reconstruction tools such as PC‑Crash, Bosch CDR, Faro Laser Scan hardware and Faro Scene software.
• Prior experience writing accident reconstruction reports.
• Prior experience with 3D modeling.
• Working knowledge of motor vehicle systems and mechanics (a plus).
• FAA Part
  107 certification preferred, not required.
• Eligibility for PE or EIT designation in Texas preferred, not required.

• Outstanding oral and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with technical and non‑technical people.
• Ability to project a calm and professional demeanor regardless of the environment or clientele.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; self‑motivated and a team player.
• Ability to work with finite deadlines and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as a contributor…