Electrical and Electronics Engineer; Ph.D

Position: Electrical and Electronics Engineer (Ph.D.)
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'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 qualified physicist or an Electrical and Electronics Engineer for our Electrical Engineering Practice in Bowie, MD or Natick, MA. In this role, you will work as part of a team to assess a wide range of electromagnetics-related challenges and develop engineering solutions for a variety of technology areas such as electromagnetic compatibility of industrial or consumer electronics, utility power lines, implantable medical devices, solar and wind farms, and battery energy storage  this role, you will leverage a deep knowledge of electromagnetism along with strong analytical and experimental abilities to deliver high-value solutions to complex technical challenges.

You will also apply your technical expertise across a diverse range of industries, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders including managers, engineers, and legal professionals. You will be expected to pursue ongoing professional growth, both in technical areas relevant to your expertise and in business skills essential to providing effective consulting services.

You will be responsible for

Performing engineering and electromagnetic analyses for Exponent projects, including electromagnetic interference assessments, electromagnetic induction analysis, safety compliance investigations, patent analyses, and failure analyses

Performing reliability and failure analysis on electrical/electronic systems and components, computer systems, power equipment and computer networks

Presenting technical results and solutions to diverse audiences through verbal, written, and interactive communication

Preparing technical proposals, pursuing business opportunities, and expanding the range of electromagnetics-related services for clients

Obtaining a professional license in Electrical Engineering

You will have the following skills and qualifications

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field

Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required Strong background in electromagnetics and an interest in both computational and experimental studies and data driven techniques to engineering challenges

Ability to troubleshoot electronic and electrical systems

Experience with at least one common programming language such as Python, C/C++, Java, MATLAB, or similar

Knowledge of RF design or hands-on experience with RF measurements

Expertise in electromagnetic induction and capacitive coupling within electrical circuits

Excellent written and verbal communications skills, and…