Forensic Biomechanical Engineer - Tampa, FL

Rimkus is a global leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Overview Conducts technical investigations, analysis, and testimony in commercial and personal injury litigation and failure analysis involving medical equipment and procedural issues within hospitals or healthcare settings. Provides human‑injury impact analysis in vehicular accidents, amusement park ride accidents, and falls, performing occupant motion studies to determine injury potential and causation. Uses computational and physical models to reconstruct accidents, measure loads, and prepare written reports of findings. Essential Job Functions Performs human‑injury impact analysis of vehicular and mechanical accidents, falls, and falling objects. Analyzes vehicular and mechanical failures and reconstructs accidents. Prepares clear and concise written reports. Provides testimony in depositions and court. Conducts human motion and injury impact analyses. Analyzes injuries from automobile, industrial, marine, and recreational accidents. Conducts on‑site vehicle examinations and reports findings. Reviews media such as photographs, witness statements, depositions, police reports, medical and chiropractic records to draw conclusions. Researches and applies relevant literature and regulations. Applies mathematical and empirical analysis methods. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Experience, Education, and Certifications Minimum master’s degree in biomedical or biomechanical engineering; Ph.D. preferred. PE license preferred or ability to obtain within 1 year. Minimum 4+ years in biomedical or biomechanical engineering with a master’s title; less experience considered for Ph.D. holders. ACTAR certification preferred or ability to obtain within six months. Required Skills and Abilities Strong oral and written communication skills. Background in forensic engineering preferred. Cognitive problem‑solving skills. Experience in anatomy, teaching, or the automotive industry helpful. Working knowledge of general PC applications and software. Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements Physical demands include frequent standing, walking on sloped roofs, climbing ladders, bending, climbing inside attics, crawling under homes and tunnels, kneeling, crouching, driving a motor vehicle, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Overtime is expected as needed. Travel up to 25% of the time, including occasional overnight trips. Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and will make employment 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc