Mechanical/Structural Engineer (Ph.D.)
About The Position
Exponent is seeking a Mechanical/Structural Engineer for its Mechanical Engineering Practice in Menlo Park, CA. This role involves growing in key consulting aspects, including technical expertise and effective communication, to develop a consulting practice serving clients both within and outside the firm. A key requisite is prominent experience with uncertainty quantification and probabilistic structural mechanics. The company is a premium engineering and scientific consulting firm focused on solving unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges for clients, aiming to create a safer, healthier, and more sustainable world. They have a diverse team of experts and offer opportunities for career growth through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Structural/Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Mechanics and/or similar fields
- Specialized knowledge in solid mechanics, structural mechanics, uncertainty quantification/probabilistic mechanics, computational mechanics, and fracture mechanics
- Working knowledge of computational platforms, such as commercial finite element environments and associated numerical analysis tools
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Excellent project ownership and initiative characteristics
- Ability to work independently and within project teams with a strong desire to contribute
- Potential for technical and project management leadership, as well as a desire to seek new client relationships to grow a client base
- Must be able to convey technical information to individuals in engineering, business, legal and related industries
Responsibilities
- Communicating effectively with other engineers, managers, clients, and administrative reports
- Conducting structural mechanics analyses
- Developing and executing computational analyses (e.g., finite element analysis)
- Collaborating across engineering disciplines, including materials science and metallurgical engineering
- Creating written reports and presentations
- Performing field inspections
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
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
