Accident Reconstruction Engineer - Hybrid US Remote — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This role at J.S. Held is not a fully remote or location-independent position — it is anchored to one of three US cities (Charlotte NC, Miami FL, or Atlanta GA) and requires frequent domestic travel for field investigations, inspections, and client meetings. That said, it does include a flexible remote work component when not in the field, which offers some schedule breathing room.
For digital nomads or frequent travelers, the key limitation is the mandatory US presence: field investigations, court testimony, and client-facing work require physical attendance across the United States. A home base in one of the three listed cities is effectively required.
- Timezone: US Eastern time zone is implied; schedule flexibility depends on court dates and client needs, making fully async work impractical.
- Visa: US work authorization is required. This role is not suitable for digital nomad visa arrangements.
- Salary context: At $100k–$180k USD annually, purchasing power is strong in lower-cost nomad cities, but you must maintain a US base. In Charlotte or Atlanta — both relatively affordable US metros — cost of living is manageable compared to Miami.
If you're a US-based traveler who enjoys frequent domestic travel (inspections, depositions, site visits) rather than location independence abroad, this role offers built-in variety. It is not suited for those seeking full geo-flexibility.
Company Description
Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?
J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.
The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
Job Description
JS Held's Accident Reconstruction practice is seeking an Accident Reconstruction Engineer. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in accident reconstruction, as well as a foundation of experience in expert witness testimony. In addition to core engineering work, candidates will be responsible for developing business opportunities with current and prospective clients, mentoring and training junior engineers, and occasionally participating in informative presentations for clients and peers.
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 to stress. Willingness to grow into a testifying expert role is also highly preferred.
Hiring in Several Locations Across the US including: Charlotte, NC; Miami, FL; Atlanta, GA.
Responsibilities
- Manage accident reconstruction projects and clients.
- Conduct unbiased field investigations and testing of incidents and/or loss events.
- Provide technical findings, analysis, and conclusions, either verbally or in writing, in a timely fashion and in layman's terms.
- Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities.
- Travel for inspections, field work, marketing, and business development.
- Maintain communication with client and project team on status and scope of assigned projects.
- Maintain technical and professional knowledge through continuing education courses, workshops, seminars, relevant publications, and participation in professional organizations.
- Continuously meet or exceed assigned performance metrics and goals.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Engineering field preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of post-academic industry engineering experience preferred.
- Foundation of testifying experience preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience with technical reports preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to deliver results; experience managing teams preferred.
- Mathematically and technologically inclined with the ability to adapt to new environments or scenarios quickly.
- Skilled with software and technical systems.
- Willingness and ability to obtain additional licensure and certification.
- Ability to work remotely or while travelling to different job sites (reliable cellular service, access to high-speed data, etc.).
- Willingness and desire to work above and beyond minimum performance and goal requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree
- Licensed PE, or ability to obtain within 1 year.
- ACTAR certification, or ability to obtain within 1 year.
Physical and Mental Job Qualifications
- Must be able to travel to different regions throughout the United States (reliable transportation required).
Additional Information
Some of the Benefits We Offer
J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team's needs.
- Flexible work environment — allows employees to work remotely when needed
- Flexible Time Off policy
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401k Match
- Commuter Benefit
A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $100,000–$180,000. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Please explore what we're all about at www.jsheld.com.
J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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