Thermal Sciences Research Engineer (Phoenix)

Exponent; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly bonuses

Annual bonus

401(k) employer contribution

Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Thermal Sciences Associate in Phoenix, AZ, to join our Thermal Sciences Practice on-site. You will research literature, perform experiments, and distill complex data for client projects.

You will review client experiments, conduct risk assessments, and prepare reports and presentations. A Ph.D. in a relevant field and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required or equivalent in a relevant engineering field.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Solid understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion.
• Hands-on experience with lab or field experiments in fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer or combustion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Researching and parsing data from published literature.
• Performing experiments.
• Analyzing and distilling complex data.
• Reviewing and understanding experiments and simulations performed by clients.
• Conducting risk assessments.
• Preparing written reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Managing projects.
• Conveying technical conclusions to engineers, lawyers, business and industry professionals.

Skills

Thermodynamics & transport

Lab experience

Data analysis

Technical communication

US work authorization

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Exponent is seeking a Thermal Sciences Associate in Phoenix, AZ, to join our Thermal Sciences Practice on-site. You will research literature, perform experiments, and distill complex data for client projects.

You will review client experiments, conduct risk assessments, and prepare reports and presentations. A Ph.D. in a relevant field and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.