Senior Managing Accident Reconstructionist

The Role:The Senior Managing Accident Reconstructionist leads a team of expert staff in reconstructing vehicular accidents and requires excessive experience in forensic engineering and/or accident reconstruction investigations. This role requires traveling to the site of vehicular accidents assessing conditions leading to the accident utilizing specialized software to reconstruct the accidents working with forensic animators to develop 3D models and other graphics for trial exhibits accurately analyzing crash patterns and providing written conclusions to determine factors contributing to the accidents. The ideal candidate has an established network of clientele and is experienced with building establishing and maintaining rapport with this is a fully remote role open to candidates located anywhere in the United States. Candidates located in the listed states are encouraged to This Role You Will:Lead a team of experts in conducting accident investigations by traveling to and documenting accident scenes downloading vehicle data recorders performing analysis of accidents using crash simulation software writing reports as needed and providing litigation support services to large complex projects and manage all aspects of the project from start to business development efforts by building and maintaining rapport with current clients and generating new work for themselves and a team of experts supporting them. Partner with business development representatives attend conferences and events to promote the company and skills of expert with clients and team regarding scope of work investigation tasks budget and ensures all project completion timelines deadlines and deliverables are workload is evenly distributed amongst lead and guide a team of experts in all aspects of project expert testimony in depositions or trials as expert witness if/when requested. Perform vehicular investigations including documenting crash scenes using 3D laser scanners photography drones CDR/EDR download and measuring vehicle crush patterns and conducts research (vehicle specifications crash test data maintenance history etc.)Process 3D laser scan point cloud data using engineering workstation computers. Work with forensic animators to develop scaled 3D drawings of crash scenes and vehicles. Utilize PC Crash (or other similar collision reconstruction software) to perform simulations of automobile collisions. Utilize engineering principles and momentum equations to calculate factors such as impact and departure speeds collision forces trajectories of the vehicles and other types of analysis. Compare calculations with crash test reports of similar collisions to correlate damages based on speed and velocity. Create reports as requested by clients detailing the accident reconstruction process and including findings and conclusions. Provide reports to clients to assist with determining the contributory factors of an as a team lead and review other staffs work to ensure project deliverables are accurate and papers and journals related to vehicular accident reconstruction to advance the scientific techniques used in the reconstruction You Bring:Degree in Mechanical Engineering required. 10 years of experience in biomechanics accident reconstruction premises liability or related work PE license ACTAR certification and/or SAE certification Advanced expertise in collision dynamics including impact and departure speeds forces and trajectories Strong background in automotive engineering and control systems Extensive experience working with insurance carriers attorneys and/or adjusters Experience performing computer simulationsHighly proficient in CAD Prior deposition and courtroom testimony experience a plusBased in (or planning to relocate to) the job location Enjoys working in a team environment and has a passion for learning Willingness to travel to remote site locations as neededWho We Are: YA Group is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting engineering risk mitigation and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today YA has over 700 professionals dedicated to excellence partnership and driving Groups Accident Reconstruction & Biomechanics team applies scientific investigation engineering principles and advanced technology to determine how collisions occur and why. Our experts bring extensive training and experience using sophisticated toolsincluding 3D modeling vehicle and site inspections Event Data Recorder downloads and forensic animationsto analyze physical evidence and reconstruct events with clarity and accuracy. Capable of handling the full spectrum of motor vehicle accidentsfrom lowspeed impacts to complex rollover events heavytruck collisions autonomous vehicle incidents and ADAS evaluationsour multidisciplinary specialists deliver analytically grounded findings that support clients across insurance legal corporate and transportation addition our professionals are experienced in litigation support and are courtroomqualified experts providing clear confident testimony to effectively communicate reconstruction results and technical Offer:Employee-focused cultureStrong commitment to work-life balanceRemote workFlexible vacation & Paid holidaysPaid family care/sick leaveParental leaveMedical Dental Vision more401k w/matchCareer growthCompetitive salaries BonusFraudulent Recruitment Alert:Please be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment attempts. YA will never ask for personal financial information (such as bank account numbers or identification numbers) via social media or chat-based apps. We also will not request money for the purchase of business equipment post job opportunities on Craigslist or conduct interviews solely via text official email communications regarding your application will come from or directly from a member of our talent team using an @ domain you suspect any fraudulent activity please contact us directly :As part of our recruitment process we may use AI-assisted tools to support candidate screening and evaluation. These tools are designed to assistrather than replacehuman decision-making and all employment decisions are made by our recruiting team in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to equal employment opportunity. Where required by law we will provide additional information about the use of these tools including their purpose and offer alternative processes or accommodations upon request.