Engineer – Forensic Injury Biomechanics (ON or BC)
MEA Forensic Engineers & ScientistsVancouver, BC11 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionUndergraduate engineering degree Graduate degree with a focus on biomechanics Strong verbal and written communication including the ability to clearly and concisely explain complex issues in lay language Strong interpersonal skills High ethical and technical standards A keen interest in solving detailed and challenging problems Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in the provinces of Ontario or British Columbia if not already registered Testing experience with human volunteers Testing experience with biological tissues or crash test dummies Scientific publications that demonstrate your ability to pose and answer technical questions 3+ years engineering experience, ideally in the field of injury biomechanics Individuals with less work experience but outstanding academic performance are also encouraged to apply
Role
and Responsibilities
- Analyze the causes of falls in cases involving falls on stairs, trips, and slips
- Analyze the injury mechanisms in cases involving falls, motor vehicle collisions, pedestrian impacts, sporting incidents, and mechanical failures
- Evaluate defects in products or property that contributed to injuries
- Gather field data and inspect locations associated with injury events; e.g., stairs, amusement rides, trampoline parks, damaged vehicle interiors, etc.
- Review supporting documentation, including medical records, witness statements, video, traffic collision reports, and discovery transcripts
- Review and apply findings from the scientific literature
- Conduct biomechanical testing
- Document scientific findings and conclusions
Required qualifications
Preferred qualifications