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Biomechanical Engineer
Biomechanics Consulting and Research LLC [Biocore LLC]
Summary
Biocore has an opening for a full-time Biomechanical Engineer to advance sports injury and performance research through motion analytics, laboratory testing, and evidence-based consulting. This individual will analyze athlete movement, identify biomechanical factors associated with injury and performance, and translate complex findings into practical insights for elite sports organizations. The role supports the development of technical expertise and leadership in sports biomechanics. The position is based in Charlottesville, VA.
Job description
Position Details
Biocore has an opening for a full-time Biomechanical Engineer to advance sports injury and performance research through motion analytics, laboratory testing, and evidence-based consulting. This individual will analyze athlete movement, identify biomechanical factors associated with injury and performance, and translate complex findings into practical insights for elite sports organizations. The role supports the development of technical expertise and leadership in sports biomechanics. The position is based in Charlottesville, VA.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Analyze athlete mechanics using multimodal motion-capture data, advanced biomechanical principles, and analytical modeling techniques.
- Develop custom biomechanical metrics and event-detection algorithms from raw signals to evaluate injury risks and performance drivers.
- Conduct and manage motion laboratory testing, including athlete engagement protocols and collection of high-quality, research-grade data.
- Present scientific findings to sports league and club personnel, translating clinical and practitioner feedback into targeted analyses.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop dashboards and reporting tools that communicate actionable insights to coaching and medical staff.
- Apply rigorous data quality practices and remain current with emerging sports biomechanics research, methods, and technologies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited program.
- Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy, physiology, and biomechanical principles relevant to athletic performance and injury mitigation.
- Hands-on experience with biomechanical data collection systems, including marker-based or markerless motion capture, force plates, and wearable athlete-tracking technologies.
- Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for biomechanical data processing and analysis.
- Understanding of statistical methods, experimental design, and complex data analysis.
- Experience working with athletes or sports teams to inform data-driven performance improvements.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain technical findings to both scientific and nontechnical audiences.
- Highly organized, proactive, and self-driven, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Preferred Skills
- Experience as a high school or collegiate-level athlete, with an ability to connect competitive athletics and engineering principles.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited program
- Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy, physiology, and biomechanical principles relevant to athletic performance and injury mitigation
- Hands-on experience with biomechanical data collection systems, including marker-based or markerless motion capture, force plates, and wearable athlete-tracking technologies
- Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for biomechanical data processing and analysis
- Understanding of statistical methods, experimental design, and complex data analysis
- Experience working with athletes or sports teams to inform data-driven performance improvements
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, proactive, and self-driven, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life & Disability Benefits
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Annual Performance Bonus
Company overview
Biomechanics Consulting and Research LLC, operating as Biocore LLC, is a world-class biomechanical engineering and research firm specializing in injury prevention and safety analysis. Founded in 2002 by Jeff Crandall and Richard Kent as an extension of their work at the University of Virginia Center for Applied Biomechanics, the company has evolved into a leading authority in sports safety technology. Biocore provides comprehensive testing, analysis, and engineering services to clients globally, with particular expertise in professional sports safety, especially as the NFL's long-standing health and safety partner. The company's mission centers on applying engineering knowledge to protect people in automotive, sports, military, and other high-risk environments through influential biomechanics research, state-of-the-art testing capabilities, and advanced computational modeling. Biocore has developed innovative products like the BEAST (Biomechanical Evaluation and Assessment of Sports Turf) system for measuring realistic traction loads and the STRIKE surface impact tester. Recently acquired by Exos through its parent company Infinite Athlete, Biocore continues to drive innovation in injury biomechanics, combining engineering expertise with data analytics and machine learning to improve safety outcomes across multiple domains.