Forensic Vehicle Investigator; Hybrid

Forensic Vehicle Investigator General Description

Utilizing your extensive ASE technical experience, you will perform in-depth mechanical forensic investigations on a wide variety of compromised motor vehicles. Having an inquisitive nature, and utilizing your forensic expertise you will form an unbiased scientific opinion to determine "what happened?" Your work location will vary weekly from working in the office preparing accident reconstructions and incident reports, to travelling domestically to inspect and analyze the subject motor vehicle.

• Must be able to perform in-depth mechanical forensics on a variety of motor vehicles.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of motor vehicles, ranging from internal and external bumper to bumper.
• Must have a high level of expertise and technical knowledge in automotive components.
• Will need to perform root cause analysis of failures.
• Will need to identify and develop innovative analytical approaches to detect potential motor vehicle safety issues.
• Must have ability to search consumer reports, safety recalls, warranty related documents, technical bulletins, legal cases, dealer reports, etc., to investigate all avenues for failure.
• Must be able to prepare summary reports professionally and timely.
• Will need to obtain and handle a wide variety of fluid samples extracted from motor vehicle and send off for analysis, timely.
• Will need to prepare professional reports, timely and accurately, with minimal errors.
• May attend industry related technical conferences and forums throughout the year.
• Must abide by company safety protocol and environmental regulations.

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated in-depth technical and mechanical knowledge of motor vehicles.
• Ability to work independently and professionally with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and problem solve.
• Ability to collaborate well with customers and staff.
• Effective organizational skills and ability to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to troubleshoot and accurately collect/interpret/document data as required.
• Must have exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to compile and organize expense report receipts per project, timely.
• Must be willing to travel domestically 50% of the time.
• This position requires: sitting, standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, squatting, stooping, crawling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, feeling, smelling and repetitive hand movement.

• 8+ years working as a mechanic, vehicle technical, or similar position.
• Must be ASE certified, or ability to promptly obtain certification.
• Must have prior hands‑on experience working with engines of motor vehicles including but not limited to cars, trucks, heavy‑duty vehicles.
• 2‑year associate's degree in a mechanical or technical discipline, a plus.
• Other technical or mechanical certifications will be considered.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office 365 including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must be able to take professional photos, download them to a computer and include them in various reports.

Pro Net Group, Inc. is a Texas‑based forensic engineering consulting firm that was established in 1990. We are an industry leader in conducting technical investigations to determine the root cause of accidents and failures for the insurance and legal industries.

We are currently searching for a skilled Forensic Vehicle Investigator to join our Houston, TX team. This is a full‑time position that will report directly to the Division Manager.

Employment Type: Full Time

Years

Experience:

5 - 10 years

Bonus/Commission: No