Vehicle Crash / Reconstruction Expert (ACTAR background)

Robson Forensic

Location:

United States (Lancaster, PA (hybrid))

Application Deadline:

December 31, 2026


About the Position
You are already an expert in your field. You have 5+ years of experience as an ACTAR-certified reconstructionist working real-world vehicle collision investigations; experienced with scene investigations, event data recorder downloads, scene mapping, and post-collision vehicle inspection. Ability to write investigation reports and explain reconstruction methodologies is a must. The ideal candidate for this role is a capable ACTAR-certified reconstructionist looking to grow their analytical abilities, training, and apply the latest technologies to advanced reconstructions. Robson Forensic will train you to apply your expertise in a forensic setting, based on our experience of nearly 40 years in providing expert witness services. What you will do: • Investigate vehicle crash incidents. • Analyze vehicle collision events, applying your comprehensive knowledge of crash reconstruction methods and tools. • Write clear, scientifically sound reports. • Provide expert testimony. You will delve into the "why" behind incidents, critically assessing decision-making, operational procedures, and the standard of care. What we require: • Certification: ACTAR-certified reconstructionist • Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field from an ABET-accredited college preferred. • Experience: 5+ years of experience as an ACTAR-certified reconstructionist working real-world vehicle collision investigations; experienced with scene investigations, event data recorder downloads, scene mapping, and post-collision vehicle inspection. • Knowledge: Thorough working knowledge of crash reconstruction, scene investigation, human factors for drivers’ responses, and report-writing. • Skills: Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills. • Aptitude: Strong ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, objective evidence for non-technical audiences. • Other: A clean background screen, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive. Work style: Approximately 20% of the role is travel for training, inspections, and providing sworn testimony on your investigative findings at a deposition or trial. The remainder is investigation, analysis, and report writing, working independently and as part of a collaborative team. Our experts offer and receive support/mentoring in a firm with over 100 scientists, engineers, and other professionals and manage a portfolio of 50-70 projects/clients. LOCATION: Lancaster, PA (hybrid) ABOUT ROBSON FORENSIC: Robson Forensic is a national leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, and a broad range of specialty disciplines. Our experts come from both industry and academia, and the work blends collaboration with autonomy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. HOW TO APPLY: Apply with your resume. That is all we need to start the conversation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
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