Mechanical Engineer (Ph.D.)
ID
2024-1664
Location
US-WA-Seattle
Practice
Mechanical Engineering
Position Type
Full-time
Posted Salary Range
USD $130,000.00 - USD $155,000.00 /Yr.
Workplace Type
On-Site
About Exponent
Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients' most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.
Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.
Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!
Key statistics:
950+ Consultants
640+ Ph.D.s
90+ Disciplines
30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our Mechanical Engineering Practice in Seattle, WA. The start date for this position is July 2024 or beyond; we are unable to consider earlier start dates. In this role, you will work as a part of a team consulting on a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues.
You will be responsible for
Applying the principles of mechanical engineering design, analysis, and practice to a wide variety of technical problems
Conducting hands-on and engineering analyses of mechanical equipment, machinery, and product failures to understand the cause
Working in collaboration with experts in other engineering and scientific disciplines
Conducting field inspections of machinery, facilities, fires, and products, and thoroughly documenting observations and findings
Planning and executing custom laboratory tests using a variety of traditional and novel methods
Performing calculations and analyses using state-of-the art methods
Creating detailed and accurate written reports and presentations, and presenting these communications to both technical and non-technical audiences
Communicating and working effectively with clients and other Exponent staff at all levels of the company
You will have the following skills and qualifications
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Outstanding verbal and written communications skills
Completion of formal coursework in machine design, materials science, thermal sciences, fluid and solid mechanics, control systems, and statistics
Experience with experimental techniques and equipment, including electronic instrumentation and data acquisition
Strong facility with Microsoft Office, CAD, and other common software tools
Working knowledge of basic computational and numerical analysis methods and programs, including finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, and MATLAB
Specialized knowledge, hands-on experience, and/or strong interest in the fields of vehicle mechanics/dynamics, fire investigation, and construction
Ability to convey complex technical information to individuals not educated in technical fields
Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute
Potential for technical and project managerial leadershi