Mechanical Engineer, London-Cambridge area (Ph.D.)

Exponent, Inc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits and health programs

Mentoring and career growth opportunities

Job summary

Exponent, Inc is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Mechanical Engineering Practice. This role involves analyzing mechanical and material failures, developing testing procedures, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering and excellent communication skills. This position requires in-person work in the London–Cambridge area, offering a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Willingness to work in new technical areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental testing and field inspections.
• Develop test procedures and prepare reports.
• Apply principles of mechanical engineering design to technical problems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Experience with composite materials

Experience conducting laboratory testing

Problem-solving skills

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Finite element analysis software

Job description

About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking aMechanical Engineerfor ourMechanical Engineering Practice. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing a wide variety of mechanical and material failures ranging from consumer products to large mechanical systems.

Location:

• London–Cambridge area (future Cambridge lab/office)
• This role is not remote and requires in-person working
• The successful candidate will initially be based within the London–Cambridge area, with the expectation of transitioning to a Cambridge-based office/lab once this has been established

You will be responsible for

• Conducting experimental testing, field inspections, engineering analysis, and failure investigations
• Developing test procedures and preparing reports
• Working on exciting new challenges
• Applying the principles of mechanical engineering design, applied mechanics, and fracture mechanics to a wide variety of technical problems
• Demonstrating a strong background in composite materials, experimental testing, computational analyses, and creative problem solving
• Interacting with clients, managers, engineers, laboratory personnel, and non-technical staff

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant field, such as Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar fields with a focused thesis/coursework/project experience in composite materials, solid mechanics and experimental mechanics
• Willingness to work in new technical areas
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Experience and familiarity with manufacturing methods and analysis of fiber-reinforced composite components and structures
• Experience conducting laboratory testing or other hands‑on experience
• Experience performing finite element analysis is a plus
• Desire to obtain a professional engineering license and additional technical expertise
• 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

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-exponenthttps://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.

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 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.

Benefits you will enjoy

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.

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [e-mail].

Job Locations

UK-London