Bioelectrical Engineering Associate (Ph.D.)

Exponent Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent Inc. is seeking a Bioelectrical Engineering Associate in Philadelphia, PA, to design experiments and conduct technical evaluations for medical devices. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a related field and possess specialized skills in computational modeling and data analysis. Strong communication abilities are essential. This role involves consulting for multinational medical device companies and publishing research findings.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field is required.
• Experience in computational modeling and code development is vital.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments and simulations for medical devices.
• Participate in medical device consulting work and evaluations.
• Conduct technical evaluations and testing for FDA submissions.

Skills

Computational modeling tools

Data analysis and workflow automation

Familiarity with COMSOL or equivalent

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

COMSOL

Job description

Bioelectrical Engineering Associate – Biomedical Engineering & Sciences

Philadelphia, PA.

Responsibilities

• Designing and executing experiments and computer simulations to assess electromagnetic and thermal hazards related to the use of medical devices and wearable electronics.
• Actively participating in medical device consulting work, including evaluations of implant materials, analysis of tissue/device interactions, and developing computational models of implantable medical devices.
• Performing technical evaluations, analysis, and testing on behalf of multinational medical device companies for the FDA and consulting in intellectual property and product liability litigation.
• Publishing results at conferences and in peer‑reviewed literature.
• Assisting in marketing the group’s technical capabilities to clients and the scientific community.
• Developing additional expertise and gaining industry exposure through unique technical consulting services.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Specialized knowledge in computational modeling tools (e.g., finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, etc.) for the study of electromagnetic and thermal physics.
• Significant experience developing codes/scripts for data analysis and/or workflow automation.
• Familiarity with multiphysics problems and solutions using COMSOL or equivalent software packages is desirable.
• Familiarity with EMI/EMC evaluations desirable.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV including publications (feel free to include works in review or pending).

EEO Statement

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [e-mail].