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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in forensic collision investigation, including scene and vehicle examinations, collision reconstruction, and report writing compliant with legal standards. Possesses strong analytical skills in interpreting digital evidence and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
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Forensic Collision InvestigationCollision Reconstruction CalculationsEDR Data RecoveryReport Writing Compliant With CPR Part 35Working Knowledge Of Road Traffic Legislation
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Hard Skills
Scene ExaminationVehicle ExaminationCollision ReconstructionDigital Evidence InterpretationSpeed, Time, And Distance AnalysesVisibility AssessmentsCrash Reconstruction SoftwareForensic Video AnalysisSurvey Equipment UsagePhotographic Recording
Soft Skills
Clear CommunicationClient ManagementCollaborationResearch ContributionMentoring
Tools & Technologies
PC-CrashVirtual CRASHHVEMADYMOTelematicsCCTVDashcam FootageLaser ScanningPhotogrammetrySurvey Equipment
Certifications & Qualifications
Degree In Mechanical EngineeringDegree In Automotive EngineeringForensic Collision Investigation QualificationMembership Of ITAIMembership Of IMechEMembership Of Chartered Society Of Forensic Sciences
Industry Keywords
Forensic Collision InvestigationRoad Traffic LegislationCriminal Procedure RulesCivil Court ProcessesInjury CausationMultidisciplinary CollaborationElectric Vehicle InspectionHybrid Vehicle InspectionISO Accredited EnvironmentExpert Witness Experience
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Investigate road traffic collisions from scene to courtroom for criminal and civil clients
- Conduct scene and vehicle examinations, surveys, measurements, and photographic recording
- Attend time-critical collision scenes, including outside normal working hours
- Recover and interpret digital evidence, including EDR, telematics, CCTV, and dashcam footage
- Perform speed, time, and distance analyses, visibility assessments, and reconstructions using industry-standard software
- Write clear, well-reasoned reports compliant with CPR Part 35 or Criminal Procedure Rules Part 19
- Work with clients to scope instructions, manage deadlines, and advise on liability and evidence preservation
- Maintain case records, chain of custody, and quality procedures
- Contribute through client seminars, research, published articles, and industry events
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues in human factors, biomechanics, injury causation, toxicology, and related fields
- Develop as an independent expert witness through supervised report writing, training, and mentoring
Requirements
What you’ll need- Previous experience in forensic collision investigation gained in a police collision investigation unit or in engineering or consultancy practice; alternatively, suitable experience from a closely aligned discipline in industry or academia
- A degree in mechanical or automotive engineering, physics or a related discipline, or a forensic collision investigation qualification gained through police service (e.g. UCPD / CertHE)
- Practical experience of scene examination, vehicle examination and collision reconstruction calculations
- Working knowledge of road traffic legislation and criminal and civil court processes
- Working knowledge of relevant software, equipment, and technology, including EDR data recovery and interpretation, forensic video analysis, survey equipment, and crash reconstruction software such as PC-Crash, Virtual CRASH, HVE, or MADYMO
- Clear, concise report writing and ability to explain complex cases to non-technical readers
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK
- Desirable: qualifications or proven competence in motor vehicle examination
- Desirable: expert witness experience, including CPR Part 35 or Criminal Procedure Rules Part 19 reports and oral evidence; essential for Senior positions
- Desirable: specialist expertise in vehicle data and telematics, vehicle dynamics, ADAS, connected and autonomous vehicles, forensic video analysis, or commercial vehicle investigation
- Desirable: membership of ITAI, IMechE, or the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, or ability to work towards it
- Desirable: scene surveying, laser scanning, or photogrammetry experience
- Desirable: electric and hybrid vehicle inspection and high-voltage safety protocols
- Desirable: interest in injury causation and collaboration with biomechanics and medical experts
- Desirable: experience across criminal and civil work and driving licence categories beyond B
- Desirable: published research, conference presentations, or teaching experience
- Desirable: experience in an ISO accredited environment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Be mentored by and work with industry-leading experts
- Work on high profile projects
- Access to continuous professional development and advanced legal/technical training
- Flexible working with opportunities for global travel
- Culture that values integrity, accountability, commitment, and teamwork
- Hybrid home/office working