Accident Reconstructionist

Location

• Phoenix, AZ; Chicago, IL; or Nashville, TN **Local Residency is Required in one of these locations** Job Type: Full-Time Work Setting: Hybrid Eligible Travel & Field Work: Up to 50% field inspections and travel time

Salary Range

• $85,000–$120,000 annually , commensurate with experience, credentials, and certifications.

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate motor vehicle crashes, including on-site scene examinations as required
• Conduct comprehensive vehicle inspections to document damage, restraint systems, and vehicle components
• Perform crash analysis and reconstruction using accepted engineering principles, methodologies, and software tools
• Analyze physical evidence including vehicle damage, roadway evidence, EDR data, photographs, measurements, and witness statements
• Prepare clear, defensible technical reports, exhibits, and visual aids for litigation
• Collaborate with attorneys, engineers, and internal team members throughout case development
• Provide expert testimony through depositions, hearings, and jury trials
• Utilize drone technology for aerial scene documentation and analysis when applicable
• Maintain accurate case documentation and uphold professional, ethical, and legal standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field or equivalent experience in Law Enforcement with crash reconstruction training
• Experience in motor vehicle accident investigation and reconstruction
• Strong understanding of crash dynamics, vehicle systems, and reconstruction methodologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including courtroom testimony
• Willingness and ability to travel for inspections, site visits, and court proceedings (up to 60%)
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• ACTAR Accreditation (preferred; or actively pursuing)
• FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot License
• Prior experience providing expert testimony in jury trials and depositions
• Proficiency with industry-standard accident reconstruction software and tools
• Background in forensic engineering, biomechanics, or vehicle data analysis (EDR)

Work Environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $85,000–$120,000 , based on experience and credentials
• Matching 401(k)
• Company Profit Sharing Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,200 per year
• Support for certifications, licensure, and continued technical development