Electrical Engineer (Ph.D.)
About The Position
Exponent is seeking an Electrical Engineer for its Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice in Natick, MA. In this role, you will work as part of a team to combine scientific and engineering principles, data-driven techniques, and the most current experimental methods with robust subject-specific scientific expertise, to implement high-value solutions to complex technical problems. You will have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise across an extremely wide cross-section of industry and will interact with a variety of client contacts ranging from managers, engineers, legal staff, and business leaders. You will be expected to demonstrate continued professional growth, both in technical areas relevant to your expertise, and in business skills essential to providing effective consulting services.
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
- Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship and processing required
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, electromechanical equipment, control systems, consumer products, and electrical safety
- Applying your overall problem-solving skills and your deep expertise in electrical engineering or your related discipline to solve the difficult technical challenges that underly fundamental questions including 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
