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Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist

Job in Seattle, King County, Washington, 98127, USA
Listing for: Rimkus
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Safety Engineer, Environmental Compliance
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!

Rimkus () is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! 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.

The Salary Range for this position is $ - $ and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

Essential Job Functions
  • Reconstructing 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.
  • Responsibility will include analyzing single and multiple vehicle collisions, and intersection traffic signal analysis. etc.
  • The Traffic Engineer will perform timely, accurate analysis, prepare reports, and present your findings to the client.
  • The Traffic Engineer will also prepare and present demonstrative diagrams and charts and provide an analysis of the cause of various incidents.
  • Work involves documenting and preserving evidence, preparing written reports of findings, and providing expert testimony in litigation as necessary.
  • Provide collision scene evidence analysis and forensic mapping of collision sites and vehicles.
  • 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

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.

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…

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