Electrical Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent • Natick, MA

105d • $132,000 - $154,000

About The Position

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!

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Power and Energy Engineering, Physics, or other related discipline.
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems and equipment, power and energy systems, electronic hardware, and/or software development.
• Experience designing, constructing, and performing testing programs in a laboratory setting and using electrical test and development equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, multimeters and soldering equipment.
• Competence with at least one common scientific programming language such as Python, C/C++, or MATLAB.
• Ability to work both independently and in multidisciplinary teams and the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze information and convey technical conclusions to diverse audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with simulation or design software such as MATLAB/Simulink, COMSOL, PCB design, and SPICE circuit simulation environments.

Responsibilities

• Performing electrical engineering analysis related to ongoing Exponent consulting work in a broad range of fields including power systems, power electronics, renewable energy, battery systems, residential, commercial, and industrial equipment, control systems, consumer products, and electrical safety.
• Leveraging your overall problem-solving skills and your deep expertise in electrical engineering or your related discipline to solve difficult technical challenges such as: determining why a system failed, how equipment can be made safer, and how products can perform better.
• Designing and executing testing and analysis programs in both laboratory and field settings.
• Communicating technical information to diverse audiences; including authoring technical reports and proposals, and presenting technical information and guidance to clients.

Benefits

• 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary
• Bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts
• Annual bonus
• Flexible work style and working hours
• Supportive culture and collaborative work environment
• Career growth opportunities through mentoring and sponsorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees