Mechanical Engineer (Ph.D.)

950+ Consultants

640+ Ph.D.s

90+ Disciplines

30+ Offices globally

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our Mechanical Engineering Practice in Los Angeles, CA . In this role, you will work as part of a team that consults on a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues including electromechanical, industrial controls, and machine design issues. You may also assist the other engineering practice groups within Exponent on an as-needed basis and support senior staff in project development and marketing.

Communicating effectively with other engineers, managers, clients, and administrative reports

Conducting hands-on failure analyses

Planning and executing laboratory tests

Performing calculations and engineering analyses

Creating written reports and presentations

Performing field inspections

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent degree with focused thesis/coursework/project experience in electromechanical, controls, engineering mechanics, or machine design issues Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required. Experience with data collection tools such as data acquisition systems, measurement tools, accelerometers, and/or force transducers Experience conducting laboratory testing or other hands-on experience Working knowledge of finite element method and numerical analysis platforms such as MATLAB Understanding of data analysis techniques using coding languages/packages such as Python or Matlab Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute Potential for technical and project managerial leadership Ability to convey technical information to individuals in engineering, business, legal and related industries Willing to travel, sometimes on short notice Ability and desire to become a Licensed Professional Engineer Potential for technical and project managerial leadership and an interest in developing a client base Other desirable qualifications (candidates are not expected to meet all qualifications): Working knowledge of machine shop tools (e.g., metal bending, grinding, and cutting), woodworking tools, and fabrication techniques (e.g. welding, fastening) Ideally, you will have a mix of: Depth: In select areas of Mechanical Engineering, deep knowledge of theory and state-of-the art analysis/experimental techniques Breadth: General knowledge across many areas of Mechanical Engineering Practical Experience: Curiosity about mechanical systems and experience (professional/academic/hobbyist) in their construction, testing, maintenance, and operation

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent degree with focused thesis/coursework/project experience in electromechanical, controls, engineering mechanics, or machine design issues

Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.

Experience with data collection tools such as data acquisition systems, measurement tools, accelerometers, and/or force transducers

Experience conducting laboratory testing or other hands-on experience

Working knowledge of finite element method and numerical analysis platforms such as MATLAB

Understanding of data analysis techniques using coding languages/packages such as Python or Matlab

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute

Potential for technical and project managerial leadership

Ability to convey technical information to individuals in engineering, business, legal and related industries

Willing to travel, sometimes on short notice

Ability and desire to become a Licensed Professional Engineer

Potential for technical and project managerial leadership and an interest in developing a client base

Working knowledge of machine shop tools (e.g., metal bending, grinding, and cutting), woodworking tools, and fabrication techniques (e.g. welding, fastening)

Depth: In select areas of Mechanical Engineering, deep knowledge of theory and state-of-the art analysis/experimental techniques

Breadth: General knowledge across many areas of Mechanical Engineering

Practical Experience: Curiosity about mechanical systems and experience (professional/academic/hobbyist) in their construction, testing, maintenance, and operation

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for​ building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:

https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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