Materials Scientist/Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent in Menlo Park, CA, is seeking a Materials Scientist/Engineer (Ph.D.) for a full-time role. The candidate will conduct hands-on failure analysis, plan laboratory tests, and perform materials characterization among other responsibilities.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Materials Science or a related field, along with excellent communication skills and knowledge of various characterization techniques. The salary range is USD $140,000.00 - USD $157,000.00 per year.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline with significant coursework and research experience.
• Knowledge of materials characterization techniques is required.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States is needed.

Responsibilities

• Conducting hands-on failure analysis.
• Planning and executing laboratory tests.
• Field inspections.
• Materials characterization.
• Experimental method development.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work within project teams

Knowledge of materials characterization techniques

Experience with thin film and electronic materials

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SEM

FIB

TEM

EDS

XPS

SIMS

FTIR

mechanical testing methods

nanoindentation

Job description

Materials Scientist/Engineer (Ph.D.)

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Position Type: Full-time

Salary Range: USD $140,000.00 - USD $157,000.00 /Yr.

Responsibilities

• Conducting hands‑on failure analysis
• Planning and executing laboratory tests
• Field inspections
• Materials characterization
• Experimental method development

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline with significant coursework and research experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute.
• Knowledge of materials characterization techniques such as SEM, FIB, TEM, EDS, XPS, SIMS, FTIR, X‑ray, mechanical testing methods, or nanoindentation is required.
• Experience designing and conducting materials characterization and analyses.
• Experience with thin film and electronic materials is preferred.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship required.

Application Information

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (including those in review or pending).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail].