PhD Mechanical Engineer – Field Testing & Electrical

Exponent, Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer contribution of 7%

Annual bonus

Bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity努力

Job summary

Exponent, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer or Electrical Engineer with a hands-on electrical background for our Mechanical Engineering Practice in Denver, CO. The start date for this position is January 2026 or beyond.

You will work as part of a team applying mechanical and electrical principles to solve complex technical problems for clients, grow technically, and develop communication and consulting skills in a multidisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Physics (Ph.D. required).
• Strong background in experimental mechanical and/or electrical testing.
• Ability to distill complex technical information and present it to a wide range of audiences.
• Willingness to travel and to pursue licensure as a Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Communicating effectively with other engineers, managers, clients and administrative professionals.
• Managing and executing specific projects related to mechanical and electrical engineering applications, including product testing in the lab and evaluation of components during site and field visits.
• Designing and implementing custom experimental methods to address mechanical or electrical problems.
• Performing technical evaluations and analyses to prepare written reports and presentations.
• Performing field inspections and hands-on failure analysis for litigation matters.
• Marketing the firm’s technical capabilities to clients and the scientific community.
• Participating in office activities to foster a collaborative work environment; this is not a remote position; work primarily from Denver, CO.

Skills

Experience with mechanical testing

Electrical testing

Strong communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Travel willingness

Licensed PE as goal

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Physics

Tools

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

Exponent, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer or Electrical Engineer with a hands-on electrical background for our Mechanical Engineering Practice in Denver, CO. The start date for this position is January 2026 or beyond.

You will work as part of a team applying mechanical and electrical principles to solve complex technical problems for clients, grow technically, and develop communication and consulting skills in a multidisciplinary setting.