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Mechanical Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent
Full-time
On-site
Natick, Massachusetts, United States






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: 

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








Our Opportunity






We are currently seeking an Associate for our Mechanical Engineering Practice in Natick, MA. In this role, you will work as a part of a team consulting on a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues.









You will be responsible for






  • Conducting hands-on analyses of mechanical equipment failures to understand what happened and the cause of the failure in collaboration with experts in other engineering disciplines
  • Creating written reports and presentations, and presenting these communications to both technical and non-technical clients
  • Supporting an expansive internal client base that works collaboratively to solve complex, real-world problems associated with various types of mechanical equipment and systems
  • Planning and executing custom laboratory tests using a variety of traditional and novel methods
  • Performing calculations and analyses, creating written reports and presentations, and performing field inspections








You will have the following skills and qualifications






  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • Completion of formal coursework in machine design, thermal/fluids, and control systems
  • Experience performing fatigue and/or fitness-for-service analysis preferred
  • Specialized knowledge in either structural mechanics, computational mechanics, or fracture/damage mechanics
  • Working knowledge of basic computational platforms, such as finite element method and associated numerical analysis platforms such as MATLAB
  • Experience with mechanical design
  • Hands-on work or research experience
  • Willing to work in new technical areas
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to work within project teams
  • Potential for technical and project managerial leadership Interest in developing a client base
  • Willingness to travel

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

 

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 









Benefits you will enjoy






Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: 

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 HR-Accommodations@exponent.com. 

 









Job Locations






US-MA-Natick