Company Description

J.S. Held is a global multi-disciplinary consulting firm with over 90 locations worldwide. We are highly committed to all members of our community, both employees and clients. Our organization focuses on promoting a sense of community and inspiring our people to achieve results that exceed goals.

J.S. Held is dedicated to becoming the global leader in providing multi-disciplinary consulting services to the construction, government, healthcare, industrial, insurance, energy, legal, and technology, communities. We have diverse practice areas including Construction Advisory, Forensic Accounting & Economics, Forensic Architecture & Engineering, Surety, Environmental Health & Safety, Equipment, Toxicology, and Building & Property Consulting, among other disciplines. J.S. Held is devoted to recruiting and cultivating top industry talent to build a collaborative and diverse team of experts. We leverage our experience to provide local, cost-efficient solutions and an unrivaled client experience. We embrace diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

Job Description

J.S. Held offers a critical role for a qualified candidate to join our Forensic Engineering/Accident Reconstruction Group Internship program in our Oakville, ON 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 determination, and biomechanics analysis. This position will be primarily office-based, focusing on the following essential tasks and projects:

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, as directed by the lead Engineer, to support case analysis.
• Execute complex data analysis and calculations with precision, contributing to the overall investigation process.
• Meticulously preserve and document physical evidence through accurate measurements, photographs, and detailed notes, maintaining the highest standards of evidence handling.
• Conduct professional data acquisitions for various electronic control modules, or "black boxes," adhering to strict protocols and procedures.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Candidates must possess or be actively pursuing a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Engineering or Physics.
• Individuals with coursework and/or practical experience in Automotive Engineering will be given priority consideration.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential. Prior experience in producing technical reports is highly advantageous.
• A comprehensive understanding and in-depth knowledge of vehicle mechanical systems is an asset.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is mandatory.
• The ideal candidate will exhibit a strong commitment to continuous learning, professional excellence, and long-term growth within our organization and the field of accident reconstruction.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications:

• Must be able to commute and work in person on a hybrid schedule in our Oakville office.

Additional Information

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 25 -30/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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Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com.

EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email jobs@jsheld.com**and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.

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