Mechanical Engineer - Accident Reconstruction ID

2023-1242

Location US-CO-Denver

Practice Vehicle Engineering

Position Type Full-time About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients' most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team! Key statistics: 950+ Consultants 640+ Ph.D.s 90+ Disciplines 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Accident Reconstruction for our Vehicle Engineering Practice in Denver, CO with a fundamental interest in the automotive field. In this role, you will be an integral part of our accident reconstruction team providing consulting services to a wide range of clients, consisting of attorneys, insurance and trucking companies, and government agencies. Clients look to us to assist in answering questions regarding motor vehicle collisions, including determining vehicle speeds, crash severity, and vehicle/system performance. You will be working in a fast-paced environment and be directly involved in the investigation, analysis, and reconstruction of both passenger and commercial vehicle on- and off-road collisions and rollover accidents. In this role, your working environment will combine hands-on field work with conducting analyses in the office environment. As part of the fieldwork, local and regional travel will be required. Field activities involve documenting vehicles and accident locations through a variety of techniques including drone technology, 3D scanning, and photogrammetry. Additionally, collision-related data from vehicle event data recorders will be collected and preserved. Professional development opportunities include full-scale vehicle testing relating to Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and vehicle crash performance. Candidates should combine technical and hands-on aptitudes with high attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and be motivated to grow professionally. As you develop your skillset and advance in your career, you will have opportunities to develop a consulting practice within the firm.

You will be responsible for

Conducting site, vehicle, and rapid response inspections Documentation utilizing drones and 3D laser scanners Utilizing CAD, photogrammetry, collision simulation, vehicle event data recorder, and laser scanner software Preparing written technical reports and presenting results of an analysis to a diverse audience Planning, communicating, conducting engineering analyses, and executing project-related tasks Simultaneously managing numerous projects with varying deadlines while ensuring exceptional work-product is produced Participation in full-scale vehicle testing and research programs Developing specialized expertise in the automotive field such as analysis and reconstruction of transportation accidents, or in the design and performance of existing or emerging automotive technology

You will have the following s ills and qualifications

M.S. (or Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field Knowledge or interest in vehicles, crashworthiness, and automotive systems Strong hands-on abilities with field and/or lab experience Must have a solid fundamental understanding of engineering principles, dynamics, and mechanical design, with proven analytical and problem-solving skills Experience using CAD software and general knowledge of computer simulation software General knowledge and understanding of vehicle computer networks (CAN bus) is a plus Ability to synthesize technical information and present conclusions to a diverse team Strong technical writing skills with the capability to clearly convey technical information in a concise yet thorough manner Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of internal staff and clients