Mechanical Engineer (Ph.D.)

ExponentFarmington Hills, MI
Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Mechanical Engineering Practice in its Farmington Hills, MI office. In this role, you will work as part of multiple teams consulting on a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues including electronics, sensors, machinery, product safety, and evaluation of device reliability. You will be expected to grow in the key aspects of consulting, including technical expertise, effective spoken and written communications, and developing a consulting practice serving clients both within and outside the firm.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
  • 8 or more years of relevant industry experience
  • The ability to quickly build a book of business and successfully sell Exponent consulting work to relevant clients
  • Proven track record in technical and project managerial leadership
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute
  • Ability to convey technical information to individuals in engineering, business, legal and related industries
  • Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.

Nice To Haves

  • 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

  • Communicating effectively with other engineers and technicians, managers, clients, and administrative reports
  • Generating business and selling Exponent consulting services
  • Conducting hands-on failure analysis
  • Planning and executing laboratory tests
  • Performing calculations and analysis
  • Performing field inspections
  • Assisting the other engineering practice groups within Exponent on an as-needed basis, and support senior staff in project development and marketing

Benefits

  • competitive benefits
  • compensation and recognition programs
  • 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary
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