Exponent

Electrical Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent • $140K — $154K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or closely related field preferred
  • Technical background in electronics, power electronics, power systems, or circuit design preferred
  • Strong electrical lab skills, including familiarity with test equipment and data analysis
  • Ability to convey technical conclusions to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Experience in supporting multiple group projects and marketing consulting services
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; no sponsorship required

Responsibilities

  • Perform electrical engineering analyses and consulting in electronics and power electronics
  • Prepare technical proposals and pursue business development opportunities
  • Assess test results and maintain systematic data collection and reporting
  • Manage multiple concurrent projects independently and within teams

Benefits

  • Flexible work/life balance with autonomy over personal schedules
  • Supportive culture with a focus on collaboration and inclusion
  • Encouragement of in-person interactions to deepen employee engagement
Full Job Description
Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer for our Electrical Engineering Practice in Menlo Park, CA. In this role, you will work as part of a team to utilize your electrical engineering and consulting expertise to provide valuable contributions to our clients.

You will be responsible for
  • Performing electrical engineering analyses and consulting in the fields of electronics, power electronics, and electrical failure analysis
  • Preparing technical proposals and pursuing business development opportunities
  • Critically assessing test results, methods of analysis and testing protocols, maintaining a systematic approach to data collection and storage, and writing reports
  • Working on multiple concurrent projects as an individual contributor as well as in multidisciplinary teams
You will have the following skills and qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering preferred; a Ph.D. in a closely related field will be considered
  • Technical background in electronics, power electronics, power systems or circuit design preferred
  • Strong electrical lab skills, including working familiarity with electrical test equipment, test setup and design, and data analysis
  • Ability to convey technical conclusions to both technical and non-technical staff in engineering, business, and industry
  • Ability to support multiple group projects and market the Electrical Engineering Practice and its consulting services
  • Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required

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].

Work Environment

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 forbuilding 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

Compensation

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.

Salary RangeUSD $140,000.00 - USD $154,000.00 /Yr. Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:

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

Job LocationsUS-CA-Menlo Park

About Exponent

Exponent is a multi-disciplinary engineering and scientific consulting firm that brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve engineering, science, regulatory, and business issues facing our clients. The company has been providing solutions to complex problems for more than 50 years and has a reputation for technical expertise, objective analysis, and clear communication. Exponent's services include analysis and testing, engineering and design, human factors, environmental and health sciences, and regulatory consulting. The company serves clients in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, consumer products, energy, healthcare, and technology.
Learn more about Exponent
Size
1,215 employees
Market Cap
$5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$82.5 million
Founded
1967
5 Year Trend
+8.2%
Revenue
$399.9 million
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