J.S. Held LLC is looking for a Forensic Engineer specializing in Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) to manage high-stakes projects and serve as a trusted technical advisor. You will conduct field investigations and provide clear-cut analysis on complex matters requiring integrity and precision.
What You'll Do
- Manage accident reconstruction projects and client relationships.
- Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities.
- Conduct unbiased field investigations and testing of incidents and loss events.
- Provide technical findings, analysis, and conclusions in a timely fashion using layman's terms.
- Travel for inspections, field work, marketing, and business development.
- Maintain communication with clients and project teams on status and scope.
- Maintain technical and professional knowledge through continuing education and professional organizations.
- Continuously meet or exceed assigned performance metrics and goals.
- Mentor and train junior engineers.
- Occasionally participate in informative presentations for clients and peers.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience managing projects and developing business opportunities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative consulting environment requiring self-motivation, professionalism, and resilience to stress.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and an attitude to deliver results.
- Mathematically and technologically inclined with the ability to adapt quickly to new environments.
- Skilled with software and technical systems.
- Willingness and ability to obtain additional licensure and certification.
- Ability to work remotely or while traveling to different job sites (reliable cellular service, high-speed data access).
- Willingness and desire to work above minimum performance and goal requirements.
- Must be able to travel to different regions throughout the United States with reliable transportation.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an Engineering field.
- Minimum of 15 years of post-academic industry engineering experience.
- ACTAR certification.
- Foundation of testifying experience.
- Experience in technical reports.
- Experience managing teams.
- Master’s Degree.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $150,000 - $250,000
- Flexible work environment allowing employees to work remotely, when needed.
- Flexible Time Off policy.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401k Match.
- Commuter Benefit.
Work Mode
This role supports remote work within the United States, with frequent travel required for on-site inspections, field work, and business development.
J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
