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Forensic Accident Reconstruction Engineer

Melville, NY, Melville, New York, United States of America

290 Broadhollow Rd, Melville, NY 11747, USA

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Posted Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 3:59 AM

H2M architects + engineers , a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, environmental consulting firm, seeks a Forensic Accident Engineer for our Melville, NY office location. We seek a dynamic engineer to provide expert forensic analysis on residential, commercial and roadway accident cases. In addition to technical expertise on assignments, the ideal candidate will assist with developing and maintaining important business relationships throughout the industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct forensic investigations and reporting in the following engineering areas:
• Building/Construction related accidents
• Roadway related accidents
• Trip and Falls
• Conduct commercial and residential forensic investigations to analyze and determine the cause, origin, and extent of defects for insurance companies, attorneys, property owners and plaintiffs.
• Conduct roadway accident forensic investigations to analyze and determine the cause, origin, and extent of defects for both plaintiffs and defendants.
• Research technical publications and literature in support of evaluations and apply engineering principles and practices in accordance with codes and industry standards.
• Prepare expert forensic reports summarizing findings, using accepted engineering principles; prepare for EBTs, and trial testimony.
• Communicate with staff and clients to provide timelines and project updates on a consistent basis.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline, a plus.
• Professional Engineer [P.E.] license, a plus.
• Min 5-7 years forensic investigation/accident/trip and fall experience required.
• Must have prior experience writing technical and inspection reports.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry-wide, accepted engineering standards including building/fire codes, and commercial and residential liability.
• Ability to read and understand contracts and building plans.
• Experience working with law firms and insurance companies preferred.
• Deposition and expert testimony experience highly desirable.
• Manage multiple projects and assume responsibility for project execution within required timeframes.
• Ability to perform various field inspections, including vehicle inspections.
• Requires strong analytical skills.
• Must be highly motivated and utilize independent judgement in solving client/technical problems.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and team.
• Ability to use own car to travel to job sites valid drivers license required.
• Some occasional overnight travel may be required.

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $120,000 annually.

The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications not related to any applicants characteristics protected by local, state or federal law . Note: The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

About H2M:

While we have grown into a large firm over the past 90 plus years, we remain dedicated to preserving our small company connections. It is our intention to always stand as one H2M with a mission that is built around:

• Our People: Its our people that create our culture, execute our projects, service our clients, support our communities, and help make our company a great place to work.
• Our clients: Our clients are why we exist as an organization. We have the experience, expertise, and skillsets that our clients do not have yet are needed to solve the problems of the built environment.
• Our communities: We commit to creating a safe environment that fosters thriving and healthy communities through our contributions and support for numerous charitable, educational, and community-based causes and organizations.

At H2M, were more than just the services we provide. We are a team of over 500 professionals with the knowledge, ability, and desire to create something truly impressive. When we ask for the best of you, it is right to ask for the best of the company. Your growth is our growth. Your success is our success. We are in this mission together, so lets see it through together.

H2M continuously strives to provide our employees and their families a comprehensive benefit experience surrounding their physical and financial well-being. We offer healthcare and wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement savings with up to 6% employer matching contributions with 100% vesting schedule, annual and spot bonus performance programs, flexibility and paid time off. We also offer tuition assistance for continuing education & professional licensure, student loan debt repayment program, technology allowance and excellent professional development programs that are custom designed for employees at all levels. H2M continually supports their employees through different Employee Resource Groups, such as Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Womens Initiative and Young Professionals.

H2M is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, pregnancy status, childbirth, related health conditions or reproductive decisions, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristics protected by Federal, State or local law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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