Forensic Collision Investigator

Remote Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

You will conduct impartial collision investigations to produce comprehensive reports for court use and pre-litigation support. Working in a small team with client-facing duties, you will apply technical methods to reconstruct incidents and determine factors like speeds and vehicle condition. The role combines fieldwork, data analysis, and expert testimony, offering meaningful impact through evidence-based conclusions. This opportunity lets you grow through CPD, professional qualifications, and cross-functional collaboration.

Pay / Benefits

Pension with 5% employee and 5% employer contribution
Flexible working
Dress for your day
Wellbeing centre and mental health support
Funding for professional qualifications
Career & Purpose and Davies Foundation initiatives

Responsibilities

Investigate and reconstruct serious and fatal road traffic collisions
Produce court-compliant, impartial reports for clients and the Court
Conduct vehicle examinations and analyse data from sources such as ECU/EDR
Perform site visits, 3D surveys, modelling, photogrammetry, and simulations
Analyse CCTV/video, literature, and witness statements to support findings
Plan and conduct relevant research and testing, including human factors and night-time scenarios
Attend court as an expert witness in criminal and civil proceedings
Coordinate with solicitors, insurers, manufacturers, and the public
Manage workload, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality evidence-based reporting

Key requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in engineering or physics-related discipline
Practical knowledge of collision investigation with extensive hands-on experience
Full clean driving licence (category B)
Desirable: Incorporated or Chartered Engineer Status (e.g., MIET, IEng, CEng) or collision investigation qualifications