Mechanical Engineer – Vehicle Accident Reconstruction

📍 Dallas, TX
🏢 Full-Time | In-Office + Field Investigations
💰 Competitive Compensation + Bonus Program
🎁 Full Benefits | Continuing Forensic Training | Career Growth

About the Company

Our client is a nationally recognized forensic engineering firm with more than 50 years of experience helping attorneys, manufacturers, and insurance companies determine the “why” behind accidents, failures, and safety-related events. Their employee-first culture emphasizes collaboration, professional development, and technical excellence.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced forensic engineer to work on complex vehicle accident reconstruction and mechanical failure investigations alongside some of the industry’s leading experts.

Candidates must have prior forensic engineering experience to be considered.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct field investigations and failure analyses involving vehicles and related mechanical systems

• Lead vehicular accident reconstruction and mechanical failure investigations

• Perform engineering calculations, simulations, computer modeling, and technical analyses

• Investigate vehicle design, safety systems, and mechanical component failures

• Prepare detailed technical reports explaining findings and conclusions in clear, understandable language

• Communicate technical findings verbally to clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts on complex forensic investigations

• Continue expanding technical expertise through workshops, professional organizations, and industry involvement

• Maintain strong client relationships and professional networks

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred

• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required

• Prior forensic engineering experience required

• Strong knowledge of vehicles, vehicle systems, and accident reconstruction principles

• Experience in NHTSA, vehicle safety, racing, or automotive-related industries is a strong plus

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Public speaking or expert testimony experience is a plus

• Ability to manage projects independently while collaborating with technical teams

• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel and drive to investigation sites

• Ability to maneuver around accident scenes and inspection sites

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Ability to visually inspect vehicles, accident scenes, and related evidence

• Ability to drive in varying weather and road conditions

• Ability to fly for work-related travel

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Perks & Benefits

🏥 Medical, dental, and vision insurance
💸 401(k) with company match
🛡 Company-paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
🏖 Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
🎓 Tuition reimbursement program
📚 Continuing forensic training and certification support
💼 Performance-based bonus program

Why Join This Team?

• Work on high-profile vehicle accident and mechanical failure investigations

• Collaborate with nationally recognized forensic experts

• Gain exposure to challenging and technically complex cases

• Grow your forensic expertise through hands-on mentorship and training

• Join a company that values technical excellence, curiosity, and career development

Apply today to help uncover the causes behind complex vehicle accidents and mechanical failures while advancing your forensic engineering career.