Junior Forensic Engineering Internship (6 Month Contract)

J.S. Held has a great opportunity for the right candidate to join our Forensic Engineering/Accident Reconstruction Group Internship program in our Halifax, NS office.  Our firm provides expert consultation to both plaintiff and defense lawyers, as well as insurance companies. Our services encompass vehicle accident investigation and reconstruction, suspected fraudulent claim assessments, vehicle fire origin and cause investigation, and biomechanics analysis.

*This is a 6-month contract with the intention to convert into a permanent role on the team.*

Job Responsibilities: 

• Conduct thorough document summaries and draft comprehensive technical reports based on lead engineer's instructions, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Perform in-depth research on specific topics related to ongoing investigations. 
• Execute complex data analysis and calculations with precision. 
• Preserve and document physical evidence by taking accurate measurements, photographs, and detailed notes. 
• Perform vehicle and scene examinations including black box and infotainment data acquisitions. 
• Conduct computer simulations. 
• Travel for meetings and field work. 

Required Qualifications

• B.Sc. and/or M.Sc. in Engineering or Physics. 
• Automotive Engineering experience preferred. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Prior experience in producing technical reports is highly advantageous. 
• Knowledge of vehicle mechanical and electrical systems is an asset. Demonstrated hands-on experience is preferred. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is mandatory. 
• Valid Class 5 license (or equivalent), reliable access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel within Canada. 
• Commitment to continuous learning and long-term growth. 

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Willing to work outdoors during harsh weather conditions.
• Must to able to commute and work in person on a hybrid schedule in our Halifax office. 

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

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.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is CAD 30 -35/hour. 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.

Other Duties

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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