Forensic Expert – Biomechanical Intern
About Aperture
Aperture is a national firm comprised of premier forensic and consulting experts. We deliver objective, accurate analysis across incidents, operations, and business challenges. Our multidisciplinary teams uncover what happened, why it happened, and what it means by using proven methodologies, advanced technology, and uncompromised integrity.
Hourly Rate: $20 - $25
Description
Aperture LLC is currently interviewing for a Forensic Biomechanical Intern for our Davis, Irvine, San Diego, and Long Beach, California locations as well as our Las Vegas, Nevada location. The ideal candidate for this position has a strong interest in Biomechanics, accident reconstruction and failure analysis. Candidates should feel comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative consulting environment, which requires a high degree of self-motivation, professionalism, organization, responsiveness, and resilience.
JOB SUMMARY:
As a Forensic Biomechanical Intern, you will learn all aspects of the forensic consulting services and what it takes to be a Forensic Expert. This includes analyzing injury-producing incidents and other events to evaluate and determine mechanisms of injury and liability for purposes of resolving claims and legal disputes for our clients. You will work both alone and as part of a team, along with a variety of engineering disciplines, to determine the root cause of a variety of incidents.
Essential Functions
- Conduct field investigations.
- Execute triangulation, coordinate, and total station field measuring in locating evidence and documenting scenes.
- Inspect sites, vehicles, and other evidence for forensic investigation.
- Perform biomechanical analysis as it relates to injury correlations and causation.
- Report and collects evidence; including but not limited to forensic photos, videos.
- Apply engineering principles per industry standards to investigation analysis.
- Utilize appropriate calculations, applications, and figures to ensure the proper procedures are applied.
- Produce written technical reports detailing and defending observations and conclusions. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with report writing skills are essential.
- Provide expert-level consultation to our clients to assist in answering technical questions.
- Maintain technical and professional knowledge related to the engineer’s practice area(s) through attending continuing education courses and workshops, attending industry/practice-related seminars, reviewing relevant scientific and professional publications, and participating in professional organizations and societies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biomechanics or Biomedical Engineering; or working towards your Bachelor’s degree.
- Strong organizational skills and attitude to deliver results.
- Mathematically and technologically inclined with the ability to adapt to new environments or scenarios quickly.
- Ability to work remotely or while traveling to different job sites.
Physical Requirements
- This position requires that you have the physical ability to perform all of the following functions: Climb ladders, walk on roofs, enter and work in confined spaces, work outdoors in hot or cold weather, lift up to 50 pounds, use necessary safety equipment,
- perform duties that may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, or squatting for prolonged periods of time
- Employee may be required to travel for business purposes.
AAP/EEO Statement
Aperture is committed to a firm policy in favor of equal employment opportunity and will abide by all applicable state and federal regulations by not discriminating against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or veteran status. Our commitment to equal employment opportunities shall include employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves or other absences from work, layoffs, compensation and benefits, selection for training or other education, professional opportunities and conflict resolution.
It is also the policy of Aperture to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as woman, minority or individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.
Aperture is committed to adhering to its obligations to reasonably accommodate both employees and applicants under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Biomechanics or Biomedical Engineering, or currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields
- Strong organizational skills and a results-oriented attitude
- Mathematical and technological aptitude with the ability to adapt quickly to new environments or scenarios
- Ability to work remotely or travel to different job sites
- Ability to climb ladders, walk on roofs, enter confined spaces, work outdoors in varying weather, lift up to 50 pounds, and use required safety equipment
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, or squat for prolonged periods
What We Do
Aperture LLC is a national portfolio of premier forensic and consulting expert companies providing full-service expert analysis. The firm utilizes proven science and accepted industry standards to deliver objective and accurate analysis across incidents, operations, and business challenges. Their multidisciplinary teams focus on litigation-focused forensic engineering, particularly in areas such as premises liability and workplace safety, to uncover the truth behind complex events.
