Electrical Engineer or Computer Scientist (Ph.D.)

Exponent Inc.•New York, NY

9d•$140,000 - $154,000•Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking an Electrical Engineer or Computer Scientist for its Computer, Data & Security Sciences Practice in New York, NY. This role involves performing technical services that include both physical and software/data analysis to provide scientific and engineering solutions for a diverse range of clients, from startups to Fortune 100 companies. The position requires combining computer science principles, data-driven techniques, and investigative analysis with scientific expertise to solve complex technical problems. The role offers the opportunity to apply technical expertise across various industries and interact with diverse client contacts. Continuous professional growth in technical areas and business skills is expected.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or a related field
An understanding of investigative analysis for troubleshooting technical issues and solving technical challenges
Experience with at least one common programming language such as Python, C/C++, Java, MATLAB, or similar
Technical hands-on experience with electronics, device hardware, robotics, semiconductors, optics, power systems, or measurement instrumentation
Excellent written and verbal communications skills, and ability to work independently or in multidisciplinary teams
Ability to gather information and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and related industry
Interest in learning and working with a wide range of devices and systems that span a broad array of consumer and industrial applications, including both hardware and software elements of these systems
Desire to learn, and work with, a wide array of different programming languages, software frameworks, and tools
Ability to support multiple group projects and market the Computer, Data & Security Sciences Practice and its consulting services
Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required

Responsibilities

Performing engineering and computer science analyses related to ongoing Exponent work
Using deep expertise in physics, electrical engineering, or a related field to develop solutions to a wide array of challenging technical problems
Performing a variety of numerical analysis, modeling, and simulation activities to support engineering goals
Performing reliability and failure analysis related to electrical/electronic systems and components as well as to computer systems and associated networks
Presenting technical results and solutions to a diverse audience through verbal, written, and interactive communication
Preparing technical proposals, pursuing business developments, and expanding the range of software-related services Exponent provides to clients