Thermal Sciences Associate (Ph.D.)
About The Position
Exponent is seeking a Thermal Sciences Associate for its Thermal Sciences Practice in Menlo Park, CA. This role involves working within a team to conduct complex technical evaluations and investigations. The position requires a Ph.D. in Mechanical, Chemical, Aero-Astro, or Nuclear Engineering, with a strong theoretical and practical understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion. The ideal candidate will possess advanced engineering analysis skills, the ability to apply fundamental engineering concepts to new problems, hands-on experimental program execution experience, and familiarity with technical documents and equipment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for conveying technical conclusions to diverse audiences including engineers, legal professionals, and business and industry representatives. The role also involves project management and conducting risk assessments, field work, and failure analysis. Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Mechanical, Chemical, Aero-Astro, or Nuclear Engineering
- Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.
- A practical and theoretical understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion
- Experience and competence in performing advanced engineering analysis
- Outstanding ability to apply fundamental engineering concepts to new problems
- Hands-on experience in executing experimental programs
- Familiarity with technical documents and equipment
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Responsibilities
- Planning and executing experimental test programs
- Conducting risk assessments
- Conducting field work and failure analysis
- Preparing written reports, proposals and presentations
- Managing projects
- Gathering information from and conveying technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, the legal profession, business and industry
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
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
