Mechanical Engineer - Forensic - New Haven, CT

New Haven, Connecticut Permanent USD85,000 - USD125,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to conduct investigations involving motor vehicle accidents, product failures, workplace incidents, and property losses. The role offers hands-on forensic analysis, field inspections, accident reconstruction, and project management within a collaborative and technically diverse environment.
  • Unique opportunity to combine engineering with forensic investigations.
  • Diverse fieldwork, accident reconstruction, and expert analysis projects.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected forensic engineering and accident reconstruction consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering expert investigations to law firms, insurers, manufacturers, and corporate clients across the United States. With decades of industry experience, the organisation has built its success on technical excellence, scientific analysis, and a commitment to providing objective, defensible engineering conclusions.

The company employs multidisciplinary engineering professionals specialising in mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, fire, marine, and materials-related investigations. Known for its supportive culture and investment in professional development, the firm provides engineers with exposure to a wide variety of challenging and high-profile cases while encouraging long-term career growth.

Job Description

This position offers the opportunity to apply mechanical engineering principles in a forensic consulting environment. The successful candidate will investigate incidents, inspect mechanical systems and vehicles, perform accident reconstruction analyses, and manage engineering projects from initial investigation through to final reporting and client presentation.

  • Conduct forensic engineering investigations involving vehicle accidents, product failures, and property losses.
  • Perform vehicle inspections, data retrieval, and downloads.
  • Reconstruct motor vehicle collisions using engineering calculations and simulation tools.
  • Prepare technical reports, findings, and expert opinions for clients and legal proceedings.
  • Manage multiple projects while coordinating field investigations and client requirements.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate is a motivated Mechanical Engineer with a strong technical foundation and a desire to work within forensic engineering. They will be comfortable balancing field investigations and office-based analysis, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 2+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) licence or EIT certification with plans to obtain PE status.
  • Knowledge of automotive systems including powertrain, chassis, thermal, and vehicle dynamics.
  • Willingness to travel for site inspections and investigations as required.



What's on Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing engineering consultancy offering exposure to highly varied forensic investigations and accident reconstruction projects. Alongside a competitive salary package, the organisation provides a supportive team environment, strong professional development opportunities, and performance-based incentives.

  • Competitive salary of $85,000-$125,000 plus incentive opportunities.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement, and paid time off.
  • Career growth within a respected and expanding forensic engineering consultancy.



Contact
Victor Pascoe
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7109856

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
New Haven
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victor Pascoe
Job Reference
JN-092026-7109856
 

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