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Senior Consultant (Forensic Pathologist)

Engineering Systems, Inc. (ESI)
135000.00 To 200000.00 (USD) Annually
United States, Washington, Seattle
Apr 16, 2026
About ESi Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) is a multidisciplinary engineering and scientific investigation and failure analysis firm. We primarily work with law firms, insurance companies, and manufacturers on small to large-scale projects to answer any technical questions they have. As a firm, our projects can entail investigating major transportation accidents, equipment failures, personal injury claims, and damage to residential or commercial structures. The variety and depth of our project work create a broad range of fulfilling roles. About This Role This position requires and individual with a background and/or experience in pathology, injury analysis, investigation of cause of death in accidental and non-accidental events, and accident investigation. The candidate will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating activities of small to large scale client projects as well as supporting projects led by other ESi consultants to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed timing and financial constraints. Work will include investigating accidents, writing reports, review of existing scientific literature and the performance or supervision of analysis and research to obtain and analyze relevant technical data. The candidate will interface with internal ESi consultants and directly with clients, assessing client needs, establishing performance timelines, developing budgets, and explaining complex medical concepts in lay terms. Must be Board Certified in Forensic Pathology. A good publication/presentation record is desired. Key Responsibilities Evaluates cause of death and injuries in accident investigations Provides medical/pathology evaluations and analysis in accident investigations, including subject matter input (where applicable) on injury causation, toxicology, pain/suffering, time of death, biomechanics, and human factors. Identifies and reviews existing media (e.g. medical records, autopsies, photographs, video, witness statements, depositions, police and other reports, etc.) to develop preliminary conclusions and plan further investigation. Assists other consultants in conducting inspections of accident scenes and of involved or exemplar machines, safety equipment, consumer products, and other items as needed. Locates, assesses pertinence of, and applies scientific literature, existing test data, governmental regulations, and consensus safety standards. Designs, conducts, and/or participates in testing to obtain and evaluate data for projects. As part of a team, conducts technical evaluations that may include risk assessments or job safety analyses for a variety of products and environments. Prepares written reports of findings and conclusions in clear, concise, easy-to understand terms. Provides legal testimony in a variety of venues, including courtroom settings Performs other duties as assigned. Education Requirements Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. Completion of formal residency program in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology Completion of formal fellowship in Forensic Pathology Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Active and unrestricted license to practice medicine in at least one State (multiple States preferred) Board Certification in Forensic Pathology for at least 10 years Experience Requirements Minimum 5 - 10 years' work experience in pathology, medico-legal investigation of death, or forensic consulting related to cause of death. Must be currently working in a position performing forensic autopsies on a regular basis. Authoring of high-quality technical reports and/or autopsies. Recent experience as a Medical Examiner or Deputy Medical Examiner in a State or County level Medical Examiner's office or equivalent. Recent experience performing autopsies in a consultative capacity. Experience providing expert testimony is highly desirable. Computer Skills Advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams as well as Adobe Acrobat Professional. Windows Operating System experience highly preferred. Intermediate skills in graphics programs, Internet browsers, and database programs. Other Skills/Abilities or Other Qualifications Ability to interact with clients in a professional manner and develop business both internally and externally. Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both orally and in writing. Experience preparing technical reports and providing expert testimony desired. Must be available to travel occasionally as part of a national practice. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and sit. Site inspections may require that employees stand, walk, carry tools, and/or work from an elevated position for extended periods of time. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Noise levels at project sites are variable and may be loud enough to require hearing protection. To all recruitment agencies: ESi does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of ESi without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of ESi. Please, no phone calls or emails. It is the policy of ESi, as an equal opportunity employer, to attract and retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. ESi is committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting people with disabilities, as well as veterans. If you need assistance with completing the electronic application, please email your request to employment@engsys.com