Senior Manager/Principal, Biomechanics

Exponent; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 172,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Senior Manager or Principal for their Biomechanics Practice in Washington, DC. The role involves solving complex engineering problems related to human injury analyses, managing projects, and developing client relationships. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and extensive experience in the automotive sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in human injury analyses in the automotive space.
• Ability to generate business and manage client relationships.
• Prior testifying experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Managing projects from initiation to completion.
• Developing and growing the Biomechanics Practice.
• Mentoring and developing technical staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Business development

Education

Ph.D. in Biomechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Manager/Principal, Biomechanics

ID

2025-2053

Location

US-DC-Washington

Practice

Biomechanics

Position Type

Full-time

Posted Salary Range

USD $172,800.00 - USD $211,200.00 /Yr.

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.

We are committed to engaging 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:

1100+ Team members
• 900+ Consultants
• 550+ Ph.D.s
• 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Senior Manager or Principal for our BiomechanicsPractice in our Washington, DC office. Other U.S. office locations will be considered. In this role, you will work as part of multidisciplinary team of experts to solve complex engineering problems relating to human injury analyses in various environments, including automotive. This will involve evaluations of the human body's response to applied forces during crash and accident scenarios, including biomechanical accident reconstruction, assessment of human injury mechanics and injury potential, and characterization of human interaction with safety and occupant protection systems (e.g., seat belts, air bags) with consideration of potential injury mitigation. In this role, you will also work as part of a team executing consulting projects that involve the analysis of vehicle occupant protection system performance, safety assessments, and federal and state regulations. You will be expected to develop your own consulting practice and grow professionally within Exponent.

You will be responsible for

• Managing projects from initiation to completion; communicating project updates to other team members, clients, and administrative staff; ensuring that Exponent meets its deadlines and produces exceptional work product; and identifying business development opportunities
• Developing and growing the Biomechanics Practice
• Attracting and developing new projects and clients
• Maintaining and advancing strong relationships with existing clients
• Building and leading diverse teams
• Mentoring and developing technical staff
• Providing project management and project budget oversight
• Setting up and executing various test programs, including full-scale vehicle tests and component or control systems evaluations
• Overseeing inspections, testing, and engineering analyses of vehicles, accident sites, and other evidence
• Attracting projects to support full-time staff as well as effectively managing and developing a group of highly motivated junior consultants
• Promoting Exponent's multidisciplinary consulting expertise and your professional reputation through activities such as publishing papers, presenting at conferences, conducting seminars or serving on expert advisory and scientific / technical committees

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biomechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering field
• 10+ years' experience post-graduation in human injury analyses in the automotive space
• Ability to generate business and manage client relationships
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Prior testifying experience is ideal
• Ability to interact with managers, engineers, non-technical personnel, and clients and present technical topics in a cogent and comprehensible manner

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

Life @ Exponent

Please visit the following link to learn how Exponent and our staff are making an impact. https://info.exponent.com/our-impact

We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

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.

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. #LI-Onsite

Compensation

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level and above total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities, which will be assessed during the interview process.

Salary Range

USD $172,800.00 - USD $211,200.00 /Yr.

Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:

https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

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].

Job Locations

US-DC-Washington