The role of a Forensic Engineer within the Transportation and Collision Analysis group involves independent and collaborative work with the Forensic Engineering team, investigative fieldwork, and analysis to determine the root-cause related to motor vehicle collisions or incident events. The Forensic Engineer will take a hands-on approach to engineering, working in the field and the office.     

Essential Functions

• Conduct investigation of motor vehicle collisions and incidents
• Analyze evidence, facts, and develop a report of findings
• Work independently and collaboratively with team members
• Rapid response to evidence documentation requests
• Complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Conduct ethical practices consistently

Essential Skills for Performing the Job

• Self-motivated
• Problem-solving
• Data collection
• Familiarity with mechanical systems
• Detail-oriented
• Good public speaker, strong written and verbal communication skills
• Testify in support of engineering report to assist the triers of fact related to matter in the jurisprudence process

Required Education and Experience 

• Masters Degree or higher in Traffic Engineering
• 5+ years engineering experience
• Prior experience in Forensic Engineering dealing with collision analysis is a plus
• ACTAR or other industry certifications is a plus

Other Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer with the ability to license in other states if necessary (NCEES record holder preferred)
• Valid Driver's License in good standing, demonstrating safe driving habits, and capable of being insured by our company policy.
• Must be able to pass a background check as required for the position

Position Type/Expected Hours

This is a full-time position. Some flexibility in hours is permitted, but s/he must be available during the standard work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  

Physical Demands

This position is a combination of fieldwork, travel-related work, and sedentary work. An employee is regularly required to drive, stand, sit, walk, reach, type, talk, hear, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50 pounds. An employee may also be required to traverse wooded and/or uneven terrain, enter structures, use ladders, walk on roofs, enter small spaces, and work in various weather conditions.

Travel

Regular travel will be required as a part of the Forensic Engineer job. Some periodic overnight travel may be required.  

Disclaimer

Please note this position 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.

Eligible candidates will be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Nederveld Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Nederveld Inc.

Nederveld, Inc. was founded in 1977, specializing in land surveying. We have developed today into a multi-service organization providing comprehensive services in the disciplines of Land Planning, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, 3D Laser Scanning, Forensic Engineering, Fire Investigation, and UAV Services. We started with two people in a small office in Hudsonville, Michigan. Through years of diversification and growth we have added numerous quality professionals to our firm, resulting in added depth and strength. Our incredibly talented staff takes a pride of ownership in their work. They know their role in the company and their actions can directly affect their future. This has become part of our corporate culture, and it shows in the service we provide our clients. You will find that the strength of Nederveld lies with the quality of our people and the diversity of the services we offer. We are dedicated people doing quality work no matter what. We service our clients across the country from seven offices in Ann Arbor, Chicago, Columbus, Denver, Grand Rapids, Holland, and Indianapolis.

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