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Location Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States --- **Unique Start to Your Mechanical Engineering Career: Forensic Investigation** Are you ready to apply your technical skills to complex, real-world puzzles? Robson Forensic is looking for an individual with a strong technical mechanical engineering foundation who is driven by curiosity. This Laboratory and Field Investigator role offers a rare entry point into forensic engineering, supporting elite testifying experts by uncovering the mechanics of complex incidents. **Job Summary:** The Laboratory and Field Investigator supports our testifying experts (engineers, architects, fire investigators, and accident reconstructionists) by performing scene documentation, photography, measurements, laser scans, Event Data Recorder (EDR/”Black Box”) data extraction, as well as preparing and processing scene data and available evidence for analysis performed by our experts. This position offers a unique entry point for a new Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) The position provides exceptional mentorship, skill development, case variety and a clear pathway toward accumulating the necessary experience satisfying the requirements for the Professional Engineering Exam. **Responsibilities:** - Operate, calibrate, and maintain all laboratory and field-testing equipment in accordance with calibration schedules and manufacturer requirements - Assist with and independently conduct scene documentation including field measurements, photography, 3D laser scanning, and drone photogrammetry - Extract and analyze Event Data Recorder (EDR/”Black Box”) data from vehicles using tool and interpret outputs in the context of crash mechanics - Maintain proficiency with reconstruction simulation software (HVE, PC-CRASH, or equivalent) and 3D scene modeling tools - Maintain, inspect, and replenish all field investigation equipment including cameras, lighting, PPE, evidence collection kits, and scene documentation tools - Perform on-site inspections and field data collection; overnight travel will be required (approximately 10% of total time). - Other related projects as needed. **Qualifications:** - **Education**: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution - **License**: Active E.I.T. license preferred, not required. - **Computer Skills**: Proficiency in MS Office Suite; experience with any of the following is desirable: MATLAB, CAD software, laser scanning, test equipment setup and data collection, and 3D printing. - **Office Skills**: Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. - **Communication Skills**: Strong written and verbal communication skills. - **Abilities**: Hands-on experience and ability to operate mills, lathes, cutting equipment, welding equipment, and other fabrication equipment and processes is desirable. - **Work Style**: Must be able to work onsite at our lab with occasional field assignments as needed. - **Other:** A clean background screen, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to drive passenger cars and light trucks. **Location**: Lancaster, PA (on-site) **About Us** Robson Forensic is a national leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, and a broad range of specialty disciplines. Our experts come from both industry and academia, and the work blends collaboration with autonomy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. **How to Apply** Apply with your resume. 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