We are currently seeking a Chemical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Fire Protection Engineer for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Houston, TX. In this role, you will be responsible for participating in and leading the investigation and analysis of failures including structures, vehicle and wildland fires, explosions, industrial processes and equipment, combustion systems, consumer products, appliances, and automobiles.

• Performing engineering calculations and analysis
• Evaluating the performance of mechanical and safety systems
• Utilizing computational techniques such as CFD
• Conducting field work and data collection
• Conducting laboratory testing and assessments
• Planning and executing experimental test programs
• Conducting laboratory assessments of material flammability
• Performing engineering calculations and analysis
• Conducting fieldwork
• Preparing proposals and technical reports, and presenting findings to clients
• Project work may require travel (within and outside of the U.S.)

• Ph.D. in Chemical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Fire Protection Engineering (or a related field)
• Strong technical background in thermodynamics, reaction kineatics, heat transfer, unit operations, fluid mechanics, and combustion
• Deep experience developing and implementing combustion and fire models
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Team player capable of working in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside their direct area of expertise
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in executing experimental programs
• Strong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside direct area of expertise

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

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