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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. 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 have 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. We help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning.
950+ Consultants
640+ Ph.D.s
90+ Disciplines
30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity We are currently seeking a
Thermal Sciences Associate
for our
Thermal Sciences
Practice in either
Menlo Park, CA; Phoenix, AZ; or Denver, CO . This position will involve applying fundamental engineering and scientific techniques to real-world problems in failure analysis, risk mitigation, and product development.
You will be responsible for
Analyzing and distilling complex data
Performing laboratory experiments and analytical or computational modeling
Reviewing and understanding experiments and simulations performed by clients
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 individuals in engineering, the legal profession, business and industry
You will have the following skills and qualifications
Ph.D. in Aero-Astro, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical, Nuclear, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field, with a practical and theoretical understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion
A background in data sciences and/or electrical engineering is a plus, but not required
Outstanding ability to apply fundamental engineering concepts to new problems
Hands-on experience in designing and executing experimental programs
Familiarity with technical documents and equipment
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].
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
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 In-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We support work-life balance and offer a flexible, agile work style to meet client needs and personal priorities.
Compensation Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have opportunities for career growth. 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 $135,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
Exponent is an 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 HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations US-CA-Menlo Park
US-AZ-Phoenix
US-CO-Denver
Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Exponent.
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Thermal Sciences Associate (Ph.D.)
role at
Exponent
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. 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 have 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. We help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning.
950+ Consultants
640+ Ph.D.s
90+ Disciplines
30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity We are currently seeking a
Thermal Sciences Associate
for our
Thermal Sciences
Practice in either
Menlo Park, CA; Phoenix, AZ; or Denver, CO . This position will involve applying fundamental engineering and scientific techniques to real-world problems in failure analysis, risk mitigation, and product development.
You will be responsible for
Analyzing and distilling complex data
Performing laboratory experiments and analytical or computational modeling
Reviewing and understanding experiments and simulations performed by clients
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 individuals in engineering, the legal profession, business and industry
You will have the following skills and qualifications
Ph.D. in Aero-Astro, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical, Nuclear, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field, with a practical and theoretical understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion
A background in data sciences and/or electrical engineering is a plus, but not required
Outstanding ability to apply fundamental engineering concepts to new problems
Hands-on experience in designing and executing experimental programs
Familiarity with technical documents and equipment
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].
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
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 In-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We support work-life balance and offer a flexible, agile work style to meet client needs and personal priorities.
Compensation Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have opportunities for career growth. 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 $135,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
Exponent is an 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 HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations US-CA-Menlo Park
US-AZ-Phoenix
US-CO-Denver
Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Exponent.
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