Senior Consultant, Vehicle Accident Reconstruction, Mechanical

Rimkus

. Investigate, analyze, and reconstruct collisions involving passenger cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other road users .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $104,100 - $156,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accident reconstruction, mechanical analysis, and providing expert testimony, with strong analytical and communication skills. Proficient in utilizing engineering analysis and computer simulation tools to investigate and document collision and mechanical failure causes.

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Accident ReconstructionExpert Witness TestimonyMechanical EngineeringAnalytical SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Collision AnalysisMechanical Failure InvestigationData AnalysisSimulation ToolsDamage AnalysisVehicle DynamicsTraffic Signal AnalysisEvent Data DownloadingKinematics AnalysisRoadway Friction Analysis

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationIndependent JudgmentAnalytical Thinking

Certifications & Qualifications

B.S. Mechanical EngineeringPE or EITACTAR Certification

Industry Keywords

Accident Reconstruction IndustryMechanical SystemsProduct LiabilityDesign SafetyExpert TestimonyField Data AnalysisCollision Site MappingTraffic ControlsOccupant KinematicsCommercial Equipment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LAMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate, analyze, and reconstruct collisions involving passenger cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other road users
Investigate and analyze mechanical failures
Inspect and document vehicles, collision sites, and failed or damaged mechanical equipment
Conduct analyses and simulations to answer client questions
Prepare and present demonstrative diagrams, charts, and analyses concerning collision and mechanical-failure causes and origins
Document and preserve evidence
Deliver verbal and written reports of findings
Provide expert testimony in litigation as necessary
Interface with clients to determine assignment scope
Download event data and electronic vehicle data
Map collision sites and document roadway evidence, lines of sight, and traffic controls
Analyze field data, police records, and other evidence to determine speeds, trajectories, event timing, driver perception-response times, and causative factors
Reconstruct collisions using engineering analysis, computer simulation tools, and test data
Perform damage, roadway friction, lamp, occupant kinematics, vehicle dynamics, braking efficiency, and traffic signal analyses
Inspect and analyze mechanical systems to determine failure causes
Analyze product liability, design, and safety
Provide sworn deposition and trial testimony
Perform other duties and assist other Consultants/disciplines as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Accident Reconstruction professional/industry working experience is highly desirable
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Independent judgment; strong analytical skills
Ability to provide expert witness testimony
Mechanical skills and experience in machinery/equipment, such as HVAC, plumbing, appliances, commercial/industrial equipment, and fire protection systems highly desirable
B.S. Mechanical Engineering required
PE or EIT with ability to obtain license required
ACTAR certification preferred
Master’s degree or Ph.D. in mechanical engineering preferred
2-10+ years’ experience required
Overnight travel 1-4 times per month
80% In office
20% In field

Benefits

Comp & perks

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