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

Exponent Inc. • New York, NY

5d • $140,000 - $154,000 • 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 a multidisciplinary team to provide scientific and engineering insight on client challenges across commercial, government, military technology, legal services, and electric utilities. Work includes software and hardware analysis of systems and products, with continued professional growth in technical expertise and consulting business skills.

The successful candidate will assess electromagnetics-related challenges and develop engineering solutions for areas such as electromagnetic compatibility, utility power lines, implantable medical devices, renewable energy installations, and battery energy storage systems. The work may include laboratory and field investigations, numerical analysis, modeling and simulation, test design, software code reviews, reverse engineering, product teardowns, safety assessments, system design reviews, and failure analyses. The position also includes communicating technical findings, preparing proposals, and pursuing business development. Occasional travel may be required.

Exponent describes its work environment as in-person and collaborative. Consultants generally work in the office unless traveling for client or other business activities, and have autonomy to balance work and personal schedules. Compensation includes a stated base salary range of $140,000–$154,000 per year, dependent on experience and capabilities. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation also includes bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, an annual bonus, and a 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary. The posting refers applicants to Exponent’s Life@Exponent page for benefits information but does not enumerate specific benefits there.

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/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, MATLAB, or similar.
• 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, including hardware and software elements.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; immigration sponsorship or processing is not available.

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 for Exponent work, including laboratory and/or field investigations, numerical analysis, modeling and simulation, and test design.
• Perform engineering and electromagnetic analyses, including electromagnetic interference assessments, electromagnetic induction analysis, safety compliance investigations, patent analyses, and failure analyses.
• Support electric utility projects involving EMF assessment, electromagnetic coupling or induction, grounding, fault phenomena, transients, and related applied physics.
• Perform reliability and failure analysis of electrical/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.

Benefits

• 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary at the Associate and Senior Associate level.
• Bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts and an annual bonus at the Associate and Senior Associate level.
• Company benefits information is available through the Life@Exponent page; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

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