Senior Forensic Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +5 more states.

📋 Description

• Execute forensic investigations related to premises liability claims and litigation cases.

• Assess site conditions, building characteristics, maintenance practices, and environmental elements that contribute to incident causation.

• Conduct and supervise site inspections, documentation of scenes, and collection of evidence.

• Examine slip, trip, and fall incidents to formulate technical opinions on causation and liability.

• Carry out walkway friction testing and evaluations of slip resistance.

• Investigate and apply pertinent building codes, safety regulations, standards, ordinances, and industry best practices.

• Leverage 3D scanning, photogrammetry, and other forensic technologies to document and analyze locations of incidents.

• Perform hazard identification and risk assessment evaluations.

• Execute human factors evaluations and accident reconstruction analysis when necessary.

• Generate technical reports, presentations, and materials for expert witness testimony.

• Offer deposition and trial testimony as an expert witness.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, biomechanics, safety, and forensic fields.

• Establish and maintain robust client relationships through exemplary service and technical expertise.

• Deliver presentations, educational seminars, and thought leadership content to clients and industry organizations.

• Assist in business development efforts through networking, marketing, and industry participation.

• Contribute to the expansion of YA Group's forensic consulting practice.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, Safety Sciences, Human Factors, Occupational Safety, or a relevant technical field.

• Over 4 years of experience in conducting premises liability investigations, forensic consulting, safety analysis, accident reconstruction, or similar roles.

• Proficient in evaluating building codes, regulations, ordinances, standards, and safety practices.

• Experience in investigating slip, trip, and fall incidents and forming technical opinions regarding causation and liability.

• Familiarity with walkway friction testing and slip resistance evaluations.

• Knowledge in conducting hazard identification, risk assessments, and human factors analyses.

• Experience using 3D scanning, photogrammetry, or related forensic documentation technologies.

• Skilled in preparing expert reports and conveying technical findings to attorneys, insurance companies, clients, and other stakeholders.

• Prior experience providing deposition and/or trial testimony.

• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and client-facing communication skills.

• Proven ability to present effectively to clients, industry organizations, and referral sources.

• Established connections within the legal, insurance, risk management, engineering, or forensic consulting sectors.

• A demonstrated track record in business development, client retention, and growth of consulting practices.

• An existing book of business or transferable client relationships is advantageous.

• A self-starter capable of independently managing projects, clients, and business development initiatives.

• Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.), or other relevant professional credentials are highly preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employee-centric culture.

• Strong dedication to work-life balance.

• Remote work options.

• Flexible vacation and paid holidays.

• Paid family care/sick leave.

• Parental leave.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and more.

• 401k with matching contributions.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Competitive salaries plus bonuses.