Senior Vehicle Engineer: Accident Analysis & Vehicle Tech

Exponent; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent seeks a Senior Vehicle Engineer to join our Vehicle Engineering Practice, tackling accident reconstruction, vehicle-structure research, and performance evaluations of consumer and industrial products. You will blend deep technical knowledge with clear communication to deliver robust analyses for diverse clients.

You will develop specialized expertise in emerging vehicle technologies, manage projects from start to finish, contribute to business development, and collaborate across

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering; at least one degree must be in Mechanical Engineering.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required.
• For master's-level candidates, at least four years of relevant industry experience in automotive engineering.
• For Ph.D.-level candidates, at least three years of relevant industry experience in automotive engineering.
• Knowledge of or demonstrated interest in automotive systems, vehicle technology, and vehicle or mechanical-system performance.
• Hands-on experience in a garage, workshop, field, or laboratory environment, involving ground vehicles in the context of engineering instrumentation, inspection, testing, measurement, troubleshooting, repair, and/or disassembly.
• Experience with collegiate racing teams such as Formula SAE, Baja SAE, EcoCar, Driverless, evGrand Prix, Formula Electric, Formula Hybrid, or other motorsports teams, is highly desired
• Strong foundation in statics, dynamics, mechanics, and mechanical design
• Experience with 3D CAD; proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Rhino 3D is preferred. Technical programming skills are a plus
• Field and/or laboratory measurement experience and a demonstrated aptitude for complex technical analysis and problem-solving
• Clear technical writing skills, including demonstrated scholarly or professional writing; experience preparing a thesis, dissertation, peer-reviewed paper, technical report, or conference presentation is strongly preferred
• Strong verbal communication and leadership skills, with the ability to synthesize and effectively present technical information to non-technical and technical audiences
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or the willingness and ability to obtain licensure
• Versatile, collaborative, and team-oriented, with a proven dedication to quality and accuracy

Responsibilities

• Perform technical engineering analyses of accidents involving passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, public transportation, two-wheeled vehicles, pedestrians, roadway users, and heavy equipment
• Conduct first-hand field investigations, including site, scene, vehicle, equipment, and component inspections
• Plan, set up, and execute field and laboratory test programs, including full-scale crash, sled, and handling tests, as well as vehicle, component, and control-system evaluations
• Apply vehicle-and-component-level testing and engineering measurements to refine, validate, or demonstrate technical analyses
• Analyze mechanical failures and evaluate the design, performance, and safety of consumer and industrial products and existing or emerging vehicle technologies
• Identify research needs and conduct original, cutting-edge research that advances accident reconstruction, automotive technology, and other pressing vehicle-transportation issues
• Manage projects from initiation through completion, communicate status and technical updates to project teams, clients, and administrative staff, and help ensure deadlines and quality expectations are met
• Prepare clear technical reports and present findings through presentations and, when applicable, testimony to technical and non-technical audiences
• Conducting vehicle inspections, which may require some travel within the U.S.
• Develop specialized technical expertise and contribute to business development opportunities
• Work occasional overtime in order to meet client and project requirements

Skills

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Project management

Field investigation

Technical writing

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Ph.D. in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Rhino 3D

Job description

Exponent seeks a Senior Vehicle Engineer to join our Vehicle Engineering Practice, tackling accident reconstruction, vehicle-structure research, and performance evaluations of consumer and industrial products. You will blend deep technical knowledge with clear communication to deliver robust analyses for diverse clients.

You will develop specialized expertise in emerging vehicle technologies, manage projects from start to finish, contribute to business development, and collaborate across