Managing Engineer, Biomechanics (Ph.D.)
About The Position
Exponent is seeking a Managing Engineer (Ph.D.) for its Biomechanics Practice in Denver, CO. This role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to address complex engineering issues related to human injury analysis in various contexts. Responsibilities include evaluating the human body's response to forces during accidents, biomechanical accident reconstruction, assessing human injury mechanics and potential, and characterizing human interaction with safety systems. The role also entails consulting projects focused on vehicle occupant protection system performance, safety evaluations, and regulatory compliance. The position requires developing a personal consulting practice and professional growth within Exponent.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Biomechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field
- 6+ years of post-graduation experience in human injury analyses
- Ability to generate business and manage client relationships
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interact with managers, engineers, non-technical personnel, and clients and present technical topics in a cogent and comprehensible manner
- Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required
Nice To Haves
- Prior testifying experience is ideal
Responsibilities
- Managing projects from initiation to completion
- Communicating project updates to team members, clients, and administrative staff
- Ensuring Exponent meets deadlines and produces exceptional work product
- Identifying business development opportunities
- Developing and growing the Biomechanics Practice in Denver
- Attracting and developing new projects and clients
- Maintaining and advancing strong relationships with existing clients
- Building and leading diverse teams
- Mentoring and developing technical staff
- Providing project management and project budget oversight
- Setting up and executing various test programs, including full-scale vehicle tests and component or control systems evaluations
- Overseeing inspections, testing, and engineering analyses of vehicles, accident sites, and other evidence
- Attracting projects to support full-time staff as well as effectively managing and developing a group of highly motivated junior consultants
- Promoting Exponent’s multidisciplinary consulting expertise and professional reputation through publishing papers, presenting at conferences, conducting seminars, or serving on expert advisory and scientific/technical committees
Benefits
- Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
- Base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary (for Manager level and above)
- Competitive benefits, compensation, and recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
