Forensics Biomechanical Engineer - Chicago
Rimkus, Chicago, IL, United States
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We offer our full‑time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer‑matching 401(k), and advancement opportunities.
The salary range for this position is $95,800 – $143,600 and is dependent on education, experience, location, and certifications/licensure.
OVERVIEW
Conducts technical investigations, analysis, and testimony in commercial and personal injury litigation and failure analysis involving medical equipment and accompanying procedural issues within a hospital or healthcare setting. Provides human‑injury impact analysis in vehicular accidents, amusement park ride accidents, and cases involving falls or falling objects by performing occupant motion studies to determine injury potential/causation, seatbelt use, the effects of airbag interaction, and the determination of occupant positions. Duties include using computer and physical models to reconstruct accidents, measuring load and injury levels, and preparing written reports of findings.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs human‑injury impact analysis of vehicular accidents, mechanical failures, falls, and falling objects
Analyzes vehicular accidents and mechanical failures, and reconstructs vehicular accidents
Prepares written reports of findings in clear, concise, easy‑to‑understand terms
Provides testimony in depositions and the courtroom
Conducts human motion and injury impact analyses
Analyzes injuries resulting from automobile, industrial, marine, and recreational accidents
Conducts on‑site vehicle examinations and provides written findings and conclusions
Reviews various media (e.g., photographs, witness statements, depositions, police reports, medical and chiropractic records, etc.) to provide logical conclusions
Locates and applies research of pertinent literature and governmental regulations
Applies mathematical and empirical methods of analysis
Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS
Minimum master's degree in biomedical or biomechanical engineering. A Ph.D. is preferred.
PE license preferred or the ability to obtain it within 1 year
Minimum of 4+ years in biomedical engineering or biomechanical engineering with a master's degree, and will consider less experience for candidates with a Ph.D.
ACTAR certification is preferred, or the ability to obtain it within six months
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong oral and written communication skills
A background in forensic engineering is preferred
Cognitive problem‑solving skills are required
Experience working in anatomy, teaching, or the automotive industry is helpful
Working knowledge of general PC applications and software
PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (client's office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on sloped roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics, crawl under homes and tunnels, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employees may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employees must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in deposition or trial. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.
Position is salaried and exempt under the FLSA. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. Overtime may be required to meet the demands of the position.
Requires up to 25% travel. Some out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be required.
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
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.
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We offer our full‑time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer‑matching 401(k), and advancement opportunities.
The salary range for this position is $95,800 – $143,600 and is dependent on education, experience, location, and certifications/licensure.
OVERVIEW
Conducts technical investigations, analysis, and testimony in commercial and personal injury litigation and failure analysis involving medical equipment and accompanying procedural issues within a hospital or healthcare setting. Provides human‑injury impact analysis in vehicular accidents, amusement park ride accidents, and cases involving falls or falling objects by performing occupant motion studies to determine injury potential/causation, seatbelt use, the effects of airbag interaction, and the determination of occupant positions. Duties include using computer and physical models to reconstruct accidents, measuring load and injury levels, and preparing written reports of findings.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs human‑injury impact analysis of vehicular accidents, mechanical failures, falls, and falling objects
Analyzes vehicular accidents and mechanical failures, and reconstructs vehicular accidents
Prepares written reports of findings in clear, concise, easy‑to‑understand terms
Provides testimony in depositions and the courtroom
Conducts human motion and injury impact analyses
Analyzes injuries resulting from automobile, industrial, marine, and recreational accidents
Conducts on‑site vehicle examinations and provides written findings and conclusions
Reviews various media (e.g., photographs, witness statements, depositions, police reports, medical and chiropractic records, etc.) to provide logical conclusions
Locates and applies research of pertinent literature and governmental regulations
Applies mathematical and empirical methods of analysis
Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS
Minimum master's degree in biomedical or biomechanical engineering. A Ph.D. is preferred.
PE license preferred or the ability to obtain it within 1 year
Minimum of 4+ years in biomedical engineering or biomechanical engineering with a master's degree, and will consider less experience for candidates with a Ph.D.
ACTAR certification is preferred, or the ability to obtain it within six months
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong oral and written communication skills
A background in forensic engineering is preferred
Cognitive problem‑solving skills are required
Experience working in anatomy, teaching, or the automotive industry is helpful
Working knowledge of general PC applications and software
PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (client's office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on sloped roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics, crawl under homes and tunnels, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employees may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employees must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in deposition or trial. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.
Position is salaried and exempt under the FLSA. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. Overtime may be required to meet the demands of the position.
Requires up to 25% travel. Some out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be required.
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
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.
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