Mechanical Engineer (Vehicle Accident Reconstruction)
New Yesterday
S-E-A's St. Louis office is adding a mechanical engineer to their busy staff due, to growth! This is an ideal role for an engineer who is passionate about vehicles and wants site/field work incorporated into their day. At S-E-A, we find the "why" when things fail, working as experts, testifying through deposition and or trial. Must have prior mechanical experience specific to vehicles.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Conduct field investigations and perform failure/accident analysis on incidents involving all types of vehicles and related mechanical equipment
Conduct vehicular accident reconstruction and mechanical failure analysis initially in a support role and later as a project lead
Perform calculations, engineering analysis, computer analyses and simulations and technical reporting
Investigate design, safety and failure of machinery and mechanical systems
Provide technical findings and conclusions in laymen's terms, both verbally and in writing
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Regular and predictable physical presence in the office
Long term goal to become testifying expert
Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
Regular and predictable presence at work
Position Requirements:
B.S in Mechanical Engineering required, Master's Degree preferred
P. E. licensed preferred or eligible within six months for P. E. registration through testing
Five years minimum of post-academic engineering work experience required
Vehicular knowledge is required
NHTSA, Forensic, Racing or Vehicle Safety background is a plus
Strong written and oral communication skills
Computer skills with spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software is a must
Computer aided drawing skills is a plus
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Public speaking experience is a plus
Physical Requirements:
Ability to travel 35% of the time
Ability to maneuver in and around an accident site
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Ability to carry equipment to and from job sites
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to drive in all conditions
Ability to fly on airplanes
Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications
S-E-A places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company and is a dedicated equal opportunity employer, evaluating all qualified applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
- Location:
- Saint Louis
- Category:
- Manufacturing