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Rimkus
Human Factors Principal Consultant
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What they do
An Ergonomist designs workplace furniture and equipment or tools to make them safe, efficient and comfortable to use, and to minimize strain for workers. Incorporates occupational health criteria in design. Advises on design for products, such as computers, as they are being developed, or advises on the re-design of an office space or factory process to improve productivity and safety.
$74,754 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Rimkus is a global engineering and technical consulting firm serving corporations, insurers, law firms, and government agencies. Across life sciences, forensic, construction, built environment, and product development work, the company helps clients solve complex technical challenges with practical expertise and a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and service. Overview The Rimkus Forensic Human Factors group provides services related to evaluating safety, human performance, risk perception, and decision-making associated with human interaction with products, environments, and processes. The position will require managing a range of consulting projects that may involve working with teams on multi-disciplinary projects; conducting field investigations and physical testing, including data acquisition; conducting research to obtain technical data; and reviewing scientific literature and standards. Essential Job Functions Responsible for developing and growing a legal consulting practice. Complete site inspections. Meet with colleagues, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects. Prepare expert reports and affidavits. Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items. Provide deposition and trial testimony. Develop and maintain records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
Requirements Required Experience, Education, and Certifications Required:
Ph.D. in Cognitive, Experimental, or Industrial Psychology; Neuroscience; Industrial & Systems Engineering; or Human Factors.Required:
5+ years of work experience in human factors litigation consulting. This includes experience conducting inspections, writing reports, and testifying in depositions and trials.Required:
Eligible to work in the United States.Preferred:
Board Certification from BCPE and/or Professional Engineer License.Preferred:
Experience with perception-response time, nighttime visibility, driver detection distances, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Required Skills and Abilities Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Have excellent client relations and management skills. Must be knowledgeable about Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements Physical Demands- Work is performed primarily in an office setting. The employee must frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, crouch, hear, and talk (must be able to speak and communicate clearly with others). Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary. Overtime
- There will be periods when overtime is required, which the employee will need to comply with to meet the demands of the position. Travel
- 25-50% at most, overnight and field.