Biomechanical Engineer - Forensic Investigator

Robson Forensic

$80K — $110K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in an engineering discipline
  • B.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited University
  • Experience in bioengineering/biomechanics related to human kinematics and kinetics
  • Experience in injury research; Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) experience is a plus
  • Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20% for training

Responsibilities

  • Apply scientific and engineering principles of bioengineering and biomechanics to investigate claimed injuries and fatalities
  • Analyze and evaluate technical and scientific elements of incidents, injuries, and medical device failures
  • Write clear, scientifically valid reports on findings
  • Provide expert testimony based on investigative outcomes
  • Determine how and why injuries occurred from an engineering perspective
  • Analyze forces and motions related to alleged injuries
  • Collaborate with highly respected experts in the field

Benefits

  • Opportunity for continuous learning and professional growth
  • Chance to make a tangible difference in the field
  • Collaborative work environment with esteemed professionals
  • Hybrid work location in Lancaster, PA
  • Training provided to transition into forensic expertise
Full Job Description
You have a Ph.D. in an Engineering discipline and Bioengineering/Biomechanics experience involving human body kinematics and kinetics or injury research. You want to use your training, education, and experience in a new and meaningful way.

You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.

As a Biomechanical Engineering Forensic Expert, you will:
  • Apply scientific and engineering principles of bioengineering and biomechanics toinvestigate incidents involving claimed injuries/fatalities due to an event.
  • Analyzeand evaluate the technical and scientific aspects of incidents, injuries, and medical device failures.
  • Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
  • Provide expert testimony.


You will delve into the technical and scientific aspects of incidents, determining how and why an injury occurred from an engineering standpoint. You will analyze the forces and motions involved to figure out if the alleged injuries are consistent with the event. Areas of investigation include injury biomechanics/orthopedic biomechanics applied to events such as vehicle collisions, sports & recreation, occupation, assaults, falls, etc. This role offers you a chance to:
  • Use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills.
  • Collaborate with highly respected experts.
  • Continuously learn and grow.
  • Make a tangible difference.


Location: Lancaster, PA (hybrid)

Requirements:

  • Education: Ph.D. in an engineering discipline & a B.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited University
  • Experience: Bioengineering/biomechanics experience involving human body kinematics and kinetics or injury research; Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) experience is a plus.
  • Skills: Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
  • Work Style: Approx. 20% travel for training; the remainder is focused on reviewing case materials, analysis and documentation preparation, working independently and as part of a collaborative team, case and client management.
  • Prior forensic experience is not required. We seek professionals eager to apply their deep biomechanical knowledge to a challenging new domain


You must have a clean background screen, a driver's license, and the ability to drive.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding position, and you meet our minimum requirements, please apply, and attach your resume and cover letter (outlining your professional background and expertise). We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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