Assistant Engineer | Accident Reconstruction | Human Factors | Vehicle & Scene Inspections
Vicente Benavides, E.I.T.
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Vicente Benavides joined Adamson Engineering in 2023 as an Assistant Engineer. With a background in mechanical engineering and a passion for automotive technology, Vicente supports accident investigations through advanced vehicle inspections, data acquisition, scene documentation, and forensic analysis.
Vicente is committed to staying current with advances in vehicle technology, forensic investigation techniques, and accident reconstruction methodologies. His technical curiosity and passion for learning help support Adamson Engineering's mission of delivering accurate, reliable, and technologically advanced forensic engineering services.
Vicente is currently recognized as an E.I.T. by the state of Texas and is on track to get his PE license in 2027.
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Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Texas A&M University, 2022
Associate of Science
Texas Southmost College
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Vicente's work focuses on accident investigation and forensic documentation, including:
Vehicle inspections
Crash scene documentation
Event Data Recorder (EDR) imaging and analysis
Commercial vehicle data acquisition
3D vehicle and scene modeling
Photogrammetry and digital measurement
Collision evidence documentation
Vehicle electronics and computer systems
Controller Area Network (CAN) systems
Crash investigation and reconstruction support
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s part of Adamson Engineering's investigative team, Vicente assists with gathering and preserving critical evidence from vehicle collisions.
His responsibilities include:
Inspecting passenger and commercial vehicles
Downloading and analyzing Event Data Recorder (EDR) information
Documenting collision damage and physical evidence
Recording measurements and scene conditions
Generating detailed 3D models of vehicles and accident scenes
Capturing photographic evidence for engineering analysis
Through the use of advanced digital documentation techniques, Vicente helps ensure that important evidence is accurately preserved and available for reconstruction and analysis.
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Vicente has a lifelong interest in automotive systems and emerging vehicle technologies. His experience ranges from traditional vehicle repair and diagnostics to advanced vehicle electronics and computer systems.
He has particular interest in:
Vehicle electronic control systems
Controller Area Network (CAN) communications
Automotive data acquisition
Vehicle computer diagnostics
Advanced driver technology systems
Emerging sources of vehicle-generated data
As vehicle technology continues to evolve, Vicente explores new methods of identifying and extracting collision-related information from systems beyond traditional Event Data Recorders, helping expand the capabilities of modern vehicle forensic investigations.
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While attending Texas A&M University, Vicente worked on the Hard Truck Platooning Project within the Connected Autonomous Safe Technologies (CAST) Laboratory.
As part of this research, he designed and implemented a Controller Area Network (CAN) system that collected and transmitted critical operational information from the Aggie Spirit Bus for real-time analysis.
The project involved:
CAN system design and implementation
Vehicle data acquisition
Real-time data transmission
Connected vehicle technology
Advanced transportation systems research
This experience provided valuable insight into autonomous and connected vehicle technologies, as well as the growing role of vehicle data in transportation safety and forensic investigations.
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Outside of work, Vicente enjoys spending time with family and friends and following professional motorsports. He is particularly interested in Formula 1 and endurance racing, where engineering innovation, data analysis, and vehicle performance come together at the highest level of competition.
His enthusiasm for automotive technology extends beyond the workplace and continues to fuel his interest in the engineering challenges that drive the transportation industry forward.