Applied Electromagnetics & Electric Power Engineer/Scientist (Ph.D.)

Exponent • New York, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking an Applied Electromagnetics & Electric Power Engineer/Scientist for its Computer, Data & Security Sciences Practice in New York, NY. The role involves working on multidisciplinary teams to analyze software and hardware systems and provide scientific and engineering insight for clients in commercial, government, military technology, legal services, and electric utility sectors. Investigations may include software code reviews, product teardowns, reverse engineering, safety assessments, system design reviews, modeling and simulation, and failure mode and fault tree analysis.

The engineer or scientist will assess electromagnetics-related challenges and develop solutions involving technologies such as industrial and consumer electronics, utility power lines, implantable medical devices, solar and wind farms, and battery energy storage systems. The work includes laboratory and field investigations, numerical analyses, modeling and simulation, test design, electric utility analyses, reliability and failure analyses, and communicating results to varied audiences. The position also supports business development, proposal preparation, and continued professional growth in technical and consulting skills.

The role is based in an in-person office environment, with occasional travel potentially required. Consultants may balance work and personal schedules while meeting client and business needs. The salary range is $140,000–$154,000 per year, dependent on experience and capabilities. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, an annual bonus, and a 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• Technical experience with electric power systems and/or electromagnetics or EMF applied to electrical infrastructure.
• Understanding of investigative analysis for troubleshooting technical issues and solving technical challenges.
• Experience with finite element analysis, numerical analysis, modeling, and/or simulation of devices, systems, and/or networks.
• Experience with at least one common programming language, such as Python, C/C++, Java, or MATLAB, or a similar language.
• Hands-on technical laboratory experience in electronics, power systems, robotics, controls, ML/AI, semiconductors, renewable energy, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently or in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to gather information and convey technical conclusions to people in engineering, business, and related industries.
• Interest in learning and working with a wide range of devices and systems across consumer and industrial applications, including hardware and software elements.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; immigration sponsorship or processing is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with high-voltage engineering and/or applied physics related to utility systems.
• Experience with government projects, proposals, and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical analyses, including laboratory and/or field investigations, numerical analysis, modeling and simulation, and test design.
• Perform engineering and electromagnetic analyses for projects, including electromagnetic interference assessments, electromagnetic induction analysis, safety compliance investigations, patent analyses, and failure analyses.
• Support electric utility projects involving EMF assessment, electromagnetic coupling and induction, grounding, fault phenomena, transients, and related applied physics.
• Perform reliability and failure analyses of electrical and electronic systems and components, computer systems, and associated networks.
• Investigate technology designs through software code reviews, reverse engineering, and product teardowns.
• Present technical results and solutions to diverse audiences through verbal, written, and interactive communication.
• Prepare technical proposals to capture new business, including proposals for the Department of Defense.
• Pursue business development opportunities and contribute to practice growth through technical expertise and professional networks.
• Demonstrate continued professional growth in technical areas and business skills relevant to consulting.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation and recognition programs.
• Base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, and annual bonus for Associate and Senior Associate levels.
• 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary at the Associate and Senior Associate level.
• Programs and resources to support health and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree