Biomechanics Research Engineer at TRC Inc. near Columbus, OH

[Alena V. Hagedorn]

Research Engineer 2022-017

Purpose
The Transportation Research Center (TRC) Inc. (www.trcpg.com) is seeking a research engineer to support the biomechanics group, which focuses on the biomechanics of vehicle occupants and other road users and the protection of motor vehicle occupants involved in crashes. This research engineer would be responsible for projects that could include research on human response to impact and the limits of human injury tolerance; evaluation of crash test dummies and components; and development of test procedures to evaluate injury risk in crashes involving passenger vehicles, motorcycles, or other vulnerable road users.

Essential Functions*

• Develop, evaluate, and use analytical procedures, component and/or full-scale vehicle testing to assess occupant biomechanics and protection
• Participate in critical analysis of existing experimental test procedures
• Provide technical oversight and/or direct involvement with test development, test setup and execution, data collection, troubleshooting, analysis and reporting.
• Ensure clear, accurate communication of the status and results of the above activities; ensure that results meet or exceed customer quality expectations
• Work in a team to reach technical project goals; help to focus the team on customer requirements and facilitate problem solving and collaboration
• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines

*TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job.
**Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Other Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions)

• Application of the principals of mechanics and dynamics to the understanding of human injury and occupant protection
• Coordinates meetings with the team and customers to discuss project activities, impediments, needed resources or issues/delays
• Review of engineering and medical injury literature
• Write research papers and technical reports
• Completion of customer support in a timely, error-free and competitive manner
• Work in a team to reach technical project goals
• Critically evaluate and correct deficiencies in technical proposals, plans, and reports
• Make technical decisions with assistance
• Conduct research relating to a wide variety of motor vehicle safety issues
• Support TRC Inc.’s Quality and EH&S (Environmental, Health, and Safety) efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• Technical knowledge to solve tough substantive, work-related problems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent computer skills including word processing and data analysis software
• Automotive or vehicle safety experience is preferred

Working conditions

• Standard office, climate-controlled environment

Physical requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers

Apply online:
https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/j/t-Research-Engineer-2022017-e-Transportation-Research-Center-Inc-l-East-Liberty,-OH-jobs-j64577152.html?pbid=68789


It is the policy of TRC Inc. to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation (LGBTQIA+), veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law.

Alena Hagedorn
Biomechanics Technical Specialist
Transportation Research Center, Inc.