Lead Thermal Sciences Engineer for Global Impact

Exponent Inc.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent in London is seeking a Managing Engineer for the Thermal Sciences Practice. You will lead large, multidisciplinary recall projects affecting the safety of consumer products, mentor junior staff, and grow the London office in collaboration with clients and internal teams.

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, with licensure or chartered status strongly preferred, and demonstrate expertise in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, combustion, energy systems,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with specialization in thermal-fluid sciences.
• Licensure/chartered status strongly preferred or able to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply laboratory testing, engineering calculations, and physics-based models to evaluate root cause and safety performance.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and technical reports; present findings to clients.
• Travel may be required within and outside the U.K.
• Develop business and attract new clients/projects.
• Mentor junior staff and grow the Thermal Sciences practice in London.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment; drive professional development.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Fluid mechanics

Combustion

Energy systems

Incident investigations

Hazard assessment

Forensic investigations

Fire & explosions

Battery safety

Product safety

Failure analysis

Leadership mentoring

Project management

Technical writing

Business development

Standards knowledge

Publications

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Professional licensure / chartered status

Job description

Exponent in London is seeking a Managing Engineer for the Thermal Sciences Practice. You will lead large, multidisciplinary recall projects affecting the safety of consumer products, mentor junior staff, and grow the London office in collaboration with clients and internal teams.

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, with licensure or chartered status strongly preferred, and demonstrate expertise in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, combustion, energy systems,