Thermal Sciences Senior Associate (Ph.D.)

Exponent Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Thermal Sciences Senior Associate for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Los Angeles, CA; Menlo Park, CA; Phoenix, AZ; or Seattle, WA. You will apply engineering and scientific techniques to real-world problems in failure analysis, combustion, wildfire risk mitigation, and product development.

The role requires a Ph.D. in a related field, hands-on lab/field experience in fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer, or combustion, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience developing and performing laboratory or field experiments in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer or combustion.
• At least two years of relevant work experience.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing laboratory experiments and analytical or computational modeling.
• Reviewing and understanding experiments and simulations performed by clients.
• Analyzing and distilling complex data.
• Researching and parsing data from published literature.
• Conducting risk assessments.
• Preparing written reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Managing projects and maintaining efficiency under deadlines.
• Conveying technical conclusions to engineers, lawyers, business and industry professionals.
• Performing field inspections, investigations and experiments.

Skills

Thermal science

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Combustion

Project management

Written communications

Verbal communications

Analytical thinking

Laboratory experiments

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About Exponent

Exponentis 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.

Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower 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:

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Thermal Sciences Senior Associate for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Los Angeles, CA; Menlo Park, CA; Phoenix, AZ; or Seattle, WA. This position will involve applying fundamental engineering and scientific techniques to real-world problems in failure analysis,combustion, wildfire,risk mitigation and product development.

You will be responsible for

• Performing laboratory experiments and analytical or computational modeling
• Reviewing and understanding experiments and simulations performed by clients
• Analyzing and distilling complex data
• Researching and parsing data from published literature
• Conducting risk assessments
• Preparing written reports, proposals, and presentations
• Managing projects and maintaining efficiency under deadlines
• Most assignments will require the ability to gather information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, the legal profession, business and industry
• Performing field inspections, investigations and experiments

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• A practical and theoretical understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion
• At least two years of relevant work experience is required
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States.No immigration sponsorship or processingrequired.
• Hands-on experience developing and performing laboratory or field experiments in the areas of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer or combustion
• Outstanding ability to apply fundamental engineering concepts to new problems
• Familiarity with technical documents and equipment
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team 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 Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, 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 $145,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /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 [e-mail].

Job Locations

US-WA-Seattle US-AZ-Phoenix US-CA-Los Angeles US-CA-Menlo Park