BIOMECHANICS EXPERT
Position SummaryMC Consultants is seeking an Expert in Biomechanics to serve as a lead forensic expert on injury causation and human response analyses. This role is ideal for experienced biomechanics professional with strong analytical skills, testimony experience, and the ability to communicate complex medical-engineering concepts clearly.This individual serves as a lead case expert, a regional technical resource, and a mentor to developing associate staff, working closely with MC's multi-disciplinary teams. At MC, we believe our people are more than employees. They are integral members of the team. We place strong emphasis on professional growth, balance, and technical excellence.Core ResponsibilitiesBiomechanical Investigation and AnalysisServe as lead expert on injury causation and biomechanics mattersPerform analyses of occupant kinematics, forces, accelerations, and injury mechanismsEvaluate consistency between claimed injuries and applied forcesIntegrate crash or event data from reconstruction experts as inputs to biomechanical analysisReview medical records, imaging, and scientific literatureReporting, Testimony, and Client SupportPrepare biomechanical expert reports suitable for litigationProvide expert testimony at depositions and trialsCommunicate biomechanical findings clearly to attorneys, adjusters, and courtsMentorship and Collaboration* Mentor junior biomechanics staff* Collaborate with accident reconstruction and others to support integrated opinionsGeographic and Travel Scope* Primary responsibility within an assigned region, with occasional travel outside the region as needed* Travel varies by caseload and is typically moderate and predictableRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering related to biomechanicsAdvanced degree (MS or PhD) in biomechanics or related fieldDemonstrated experience in injury causation analysisDeposition and/or trial testimony experiencePreferred QualificationsPhD strongly preferredPublications or research in biomechanicsExperience interfacing with medical and legal professionalsExperience mentoring or supervising technical staffProven work experience in a forensic engineering or related fieldExperience interfacing with insurance industry representatives or attorneys and delivering expert testimony is strongly preferred.Why MC ConsultantsMC Consultants offers a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where experts are supported, mentored, and trusted. The Expert role allows you to lead cases, develop people, and build regional excellence while maintaining a sustainable balance between field work and professional life.