Exponent

Mechanical/Structural Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent$140K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Structural/Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related fields
  • Specialized knowledge in solid mechanics and probabilistic mechanics
  • Proficiency in computational platforms and numerical analysis tools
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated initiative and project ownership
  • Ability to collaborate and work independently
  • Leadership potential in technical and project management roles

Responsibilities

  • Communicate effectively with engineers, managers, and clients
  • Conduct structural mechanics analyses
  • Develop and execute computational analyses including finite element analysis
  • Collaborate across engineering disciplines such as materials science
  • Create written reports and presentations
  • Perform field inspections
  • Cultivate client relationships to enhance consulting practice

Benefits

  • Supporting health and well-being programs
  • Flexible work schedules for better work-life balance
  • Collaborative multi-disciplinary work environment
  • Strong emphasis on in-person team engagement
  • Autonomy to manage client interactions and personal priorities
Full Job Description
Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Mechanical/Structural Engineer for our Mechanical Engineering Practice in Menlo Park, CA. In this role, you will be expected to grow in the key aspects of consulting, including technical expertise and effective spoken and written communications, 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.

You will be responsible for
  • 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
You will have the following skills and qualifications
  • 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

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].

Life @ Exponent

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.

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 $160,000.00 /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
NASDAQ

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