Manager, Fuel System Design Expert (M.S./Ph.D.)

Exponent•Farmington Hills, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

About Exponent 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. We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our 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! Key statistics: 950+ Consultants 640+ Ph.D.s 90+ Disciplines 30+ Offices globally Our Opportunity We are seeking a talented and motivated Manager with significant experience in fuel system design to join our Vehicle Engineering Practice in Farmington Hills, MI . In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to lead and provide engineering support on a wide range o f projects including real world vehicle collisions and fires. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to partner with our senior staff and subject matter experts to grow their consulting practice .

Requirements

Ph.D. or M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
Minimum 5 years of industry or research experience in fuel s ystem design
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions
A collaborative mindset and experience working in multidisciplinary teams
Project management experience, including coordinating tasks, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful execution of technical projects
A commitment to professional growth

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering , C ertified Fire and Explosion Investigator, and /or a Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator license is preferred
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

Responsibilities

Traveling to inspect crashed vehicles
Analyzing the performance of vehicles in severe collisions and crash testing
Applying expertise in fuel s ystem design and automotive engineering to address defect claims in an adversarial litigation environment
Writing complex technical reports
Building and cultivating strong client relationships
Driving consulting business growth by identifying new opportunities through project delivery, client engagement, and participation in professional development activities
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver scientifically rigorous and impactful solutions to complex technical challenges
Supporting project planning and execution
Mentoring junior staff by providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative, inclusive team environment