Mechanical Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent Inc.•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Mechanical Engineering Practice in Philadelphia, PA. This role involves applying fundamental mechanical engineering principles to solve complex client challenges. The position requires growth in technical expertise, the ability to synthesize information, and effective communication skills. The start date for this position is April 2026 or beyond.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field
Strong background in experimental mechanical testing
Strong background in design, modelling, and generating drawings using Solidworks or AutoCAD
Strong ability in distilling complex technical information and presenting it effectively to a wide range of audiences with varying technical backgrounds
Interest in collaborating and working with multidisciplinary teams across our various practices, including working with the Biomedical Engineering and Sciences, Vehicle Engineering, Biomechanics, and Human Factors practices
Desire and drive to eventually manage large projects both in terms of staffing, budget, and client interactions
Willing to travel, often on short notice, and sometimes for extended periods of time
Ability and desire to become a Licensed Professional Engineer

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with mechanical testing of consumer products or medical devices is desirable

Responsibilities

Communicating effectively with other engineers, managers, clients and administrative professionals
Managing and executing specific projects related to a variety of mechanical engineering applications including medical device and consumer product testing in the laboratory
Designing and implementing custom experimental methods to address unique problems related to mechanical performance
Designing complex fixtures for experimental mechanical testing using Solidworks or AutoCAD
Performing technical evaluations and analysis in order to prepare written reports and presentations
Performing field inspections and conducting hands-on failure analysis for litigation matters
Marketing the Mechanical Engineering Practice’s technical capabilities to clients and the scientific community