Forensic Accident Reconstructionist
Forensic Accident Reconstructionist
Pleasant Hill, California
Principia is hiring a forensic accident reconstructionist to join their growing group in Pleasant Hill, California. This is a career-defining opportunity for a motivated individual to work hand-in-hand with a well-established accident reconstruction expert. This role can facilitate skill growth and increasing levels of responsibility, building up to serve as a testifying expert. Prior testifying experience is not required; a successful applicant only needs to possess the desire to work as an expert witness and a technical background within accident reconstruction or vehicle dynamics. This individual will benefit from the support structure of Principia’s strong team and unique office culture.
As an accident reconstruction expert, the engineer will conduct field investigations to gather data related to vehicle accidents, use the data to calculate and reconstruct the accident, and design and conduct tests to facilitate the analysis of the accident. The results of the analysis are presented in written reports or exhibits that illustrate the findings for use in depositions and trials. This requires strong and clear writing skills and the ability to present complex analysis in simple, straight forward exhibits.
At Principia, work-life balance is at the forefront of the company culture. Billable hour targets are set to ensure employees can take and enjoy their hard-earned paid time off, and an average workweek of 35-40 hours is normalized and encouraged. If you are someone that cares deeply about providing high-quality, ethical technical work but also enjoys family, friends, and personal interests outside work, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Salary Range: $135,000 - $180,000 /year – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience and skillset.
About the Company:
Principia is a forensic engineering firm founded in 2005. Principia has offices in Pleasant Hill, California, and Fresno, California. Principia is a full-service engineering consulting firm providing law firms and insurance companies the highest level of technical consulting focusing on biomechanics, human factors, accident reconstruction, construction defects, and mechanical failure analysis. The firm focuses on the success, health, and well-being of its employees with a flexible, supportive work environment.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or related discipline
• 3+ years of experience
• Individual should possess prior experience related to accident reconstruction or vehicle dynamics
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate highly technical information effectively to a wide range of audiences
• Desire to work as a testifying expert; prior experience testifying is not required but individual must have the willingness to work as a testifying expert witness
Pleasant Hill, California
Principia is hiring a forensic accident reconstructionist to join their growing group in Pleasant Hill, California. This is a career-defining opportunity for a motivated individual to work hand-in-hand with a well-established accident reconstruction expert. This role can facilitate skill growth and increasing levels of responsibility, building up to serve as a testifying expert. Prior testifying experience is not required; a successful applicant only needs to possess the desire to work as an expert witness and a technical background within accident reconstruction or vehicle dynamics. This individual will benefit from the support structure of Principia’s strong team and unique office culture.
As an accident reconstruction expert, the engineer will conduct field investigations to gather data related to vehicle accidents, use the data to calculate and reconstruct the accident, and design and conduct tests to facilitate the analysis of the accident. The results of the analysis are presented in written reports or exhibits that illustrate the findings for use in depositions and trials. This requires strong and clear writing skills and the ability to present complex analysis in simple, straight forward exhibits.
At Principia, work-life balance is at the forefront of the company culture. Billable hour targets are set to ensure employees can take and enjoy their hard-earned paid time off, and an average workweek of 35-40 hours is normalized and encouraged. If you are someone that cares deeply about providing high-quality, ethical technical work but also enjoys family, friends, and personal interests outside work, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Salary Range: $135,000 - $180,000 /year – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience and skillset.
About the Company:
Principia is a forensic engineering firm founded in 2005. Principia has offices in Pleasant Hill, California, and Fresno, California. Principia is a full-service engineering consulting firm providing law firms and insurance companies the highest level of technical consulting focusing on biomechanics, human factors, accident reconstruction, construction defects, and mechanical failure analysis. The firm focuses on the success, health, and well-being of its employees with a flexible, supportive work environment.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or related discipline
• 3+ years of experience
• Individual should possess prior experience related to accident reconstruction or vehicle dynamics
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate highly technical information effectively to a wide range of audiences
• Desire to work as a testifying expert; prior experience testifying is not required but individual must have the willingness to work as a testifying expert witness