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Experienced Testifying Expert | Biomechanics

Explico Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

onsitefull-time
Posted Oct 3, 2025Apply by Jan 23, 2026

Role & seniority: Expert in Biomechanics; lead casework, deposition/trial testimony, and mentorship; senior technical authority on biomechanics matters

Stack/tools: Biomechanical investigations; forensic engineering and accident reconstruction; expert opinion supported by research, testing, literature; licensed PE; ACTAR preferred; expert witness experience

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Lead complex biomechanics investigations and casework

  • Provide deposition and courtroom testimony; serve as lead expert on biomechanics cases

  • Maintain/grow client relationships and mentor junior/mid-level engineers

Must-have skills

  • 8+ years in forensic engineering or accident reconstruction

  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

  • Strong leadership, communication, and analytical abilities; proven expert witness experience

Nice-to-haves

  • ACTAR certification

  • Location & work type: Not specified; location and work arrangement (onsite/remote) not disclosed

  • Additional context (not required): Employer is an employee-owned forensic engineering firm; offers bonuses, 401(k) match, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities on high-impact, nationally visible cases; equal opportunity employer

Full Description

Who We Are

Explico is an employee-owned forensic engineering firm dedicated to uncovering the truth through scientific rigor and objective analysis. In an industry increasingly shaped by financial interests, we remain focused on the integrity of our work, the people who do it, and the long-term impact we leave behind. Our multidisciplinary team—spanning accident reconstruction, biomechanics, human factors, and more—comes together around a shared commitment to the craft of investigation, not just the business of it.

We are proud to lead the development of the next generation of forensic experts.

What You’ll Do

As an Expert in Biomechanics, you will lead complex casework, provide deposition and courtroom testimony, and serve as a thought leader in injury analysis. You’ll be involved in high-profile litigation matters and play a critical role in both client service and mentorship.

Conduct comprehensive biomechanical investigations Provide expert opinions supported by research, testing, and literature Provide deposition and trial testimony Serve as lead expert on biomechanics cases Maintain and grow client relationships Mentor junior and mid-level engineers

What We’re Looking For

8+ years of forensic engineering or accident reconstruction experience Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required ACTAR certification strongly preferred Proven expert witness experience Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills

What We Offer

Competitive compensation with quarterly and annual bonus potential 401(k) match up to 6% Full healthcare coverage (medical, vision, and dental) Life and disability insurance Educational assistance program Work on nationally visible, high-impact cases Marketing and new business development support Research funding and opportunities

Application process

To Apply, Follow The Step-by-step Instructions In The Form Below. To Be Considered, Please Do Not Disregard The Video Upload Portion In Which You Address These Three Prompts

Tell us a little bit about you! What interests you most about this position? Tell us about a time you disagreed with someone.

After submitting the form, you will receive a link to Wonderlic Select. The assessment takes approximately 35-50 minutes to complete, with the first of three sections being timed. We look forward to receiving your application!

Explico is an equal opportunity employer, including disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other protected characteristic.

To request disability accommodations during the application process, please call Explico’s main line at 248-731-5197 and ask to speak with Human Resources.

Forensic EngineeringAccident ReconstructionBiomechanicsExpert TestimonyLeadershipCommunicationAnalytical Skillsmulti-location

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