What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer (Vehicle Accident Reconstruction) position at SEA, Ltd.?
SEA, Ltd., a national leader in forensic investigations, is adding to our St. Louis team due to growth! With over 50 years in the industry, S-E-A works with national law firms, insurance companies and manufacturers to determine the "why" when failures or accidents occur. We love what we do and the team we work with; come see how to Be Better at S-E-A! The ideal candidate will have experience working on cars and a passion for field work.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
- Conduct field investigations and perform failure/accident analysis on incidents involving all types of vehicles and related mechanical equipment
- Conduct vehicular accident reconstruction and mechanical failure analysis initially in a support role and later as a project lead
- Perform calculations, engineering analysis, computer analyses and simulations and technical reporting
- Investigate design, safety and failure of machinery and mechanical systems
- Provide technical findings and conclusions in layman's terms, both verbally and in writing
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
- Regular and predictable physical presence in the office
- Long term goal to become testifying expert
Position Requirements:
- B.S in Mechanical Engineering required, Master's Degree preferred
- E.I.T. registration and path to obtaining the P.E.
- One to three years of post-academic engineering work experience preferred
- Vehicular knowledge is required
- NHTSA, Forensic, Racing or Vehicle Safety background is a plus
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Computer skills with spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software is a must
- Computer aided drawing skills is a plus
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Public speaking experience is a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to travel 35% of the time (most travel is local, via vehicle)
- Ability to maneuver in and around an accident site
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Ability to drive to site locations
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
Benefits:
- Extensive forensic training
- Medical coverage
- Dental & vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
- Company-paid STD, LTD and life insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Bonus Program
SEA places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company. We believe these values result in a more enriched work environment for our employees and allow us to best provide to our clients. SEA is also focused on, and committed to, staff health and wellbeing. We offer several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program and a Motion Wellness Program that rewards activity through contributions to employee HSA accounts.
SEA is a dedicated equal opportunity employer, evaluating all qualified applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
