Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist - Philadelphia

Rimkus is seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated Transportation Consultant to join our team. In this role, you will provide expert consulting services in transportation engineering and planning to support various projects including forensic investigations, construction disputes, and traffic impact assessments.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in transportation analysis, data collection, modeling, and reporting, and will contribute to delivering high-quality technical reports and expert testimony when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct transportation engineering and planning analyses for forensic and consulting projects.
• Perform traffic impact studies, accident reconstruction analysis, and transportation data collection.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and provide expert opinions to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex investigations related to transportation infrastructure.
• Present findings and expert testimony in legal and dispute resolution settings.

Requirements

• B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or related discipline) &/or applicable Law Enforcement experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) &/or applicable Law Enforcement experience.
• ACTAR certification
• 5–10+ years of experience in vehicle collision reconstruction
• Strong working knowledge of collision reconstruction principles and methodologies
• Demonstrated experience preparing reports and providing expert testimony

Preferred

• Experience with commercial vehicle and heavy truck reconstruction
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Unmanned Aircraft Systems / drone license)
• Background in automotive design, maintenance, or failure analysis
• Proficiency with reconstruction and simulation tools (e.g., Virtual Crash, PC-Crash, HVE, Drone/photogrammetry platforms)
• Deposition and trial testimony experience

Skills & Competencies

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·       Strong analytical and critical thinking ability

·       Ability to work independently and exercise sound engineering judgment

·       Ability to translate complex technical analyses into clear, defensible opinions

·       Comfortable testifying in deposition and trial settings

·       Strong client-facing and project management skills

Physical & Travel Requirements

·       Ability to perform field investigations, including walking, climbing, bending, and inspecting vehicles and collision scenes

·       Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed for inspections

·       Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation

·       Up to ~25% travel (local and regional; some overnight travel required)

Work Environment & Expectations

·       Exempt (salaried) position with occasional overtime based on project demands

·       Combination of office, field, and litigation support work

·       Direct involvement in high-exposure, high-value cases requiring defensible engineering opinions

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

Rimkus works with a limited number of approved recruiting partners. All agency submissions must be made through our designated submission process. Unsolicited resumes will not be recognized.

Benefits

• 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