Thermal Sciences Senior Associate; MS​/PhD

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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 drive 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!

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

We are currently seeking a Senior Associate with expertise in Chemical Process Safety and Process Hazard /Root Cause Analyses for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Los Angeles, CA
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• Supporting and conducting technical investigations or loss of containment incidents
• Conducting risk assessment and HAZOPS
• Evaluating mechanical integrity and Fitness for Service of fixed equipment
• Preparing written reports, proposals and presentations
• Assisting with project management

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Chemical, Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering, with a practical and theoretical understanding of combustion, heat transfer and fluid mechanics
• Professional Engineering License, or the ability to become licensed in at least one state
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience in the area of process safety and risk assessment, and evaluating mechanical integrity pursuant to API 510, 570, 571 and 579, preferably in the petrochemical industry
• Process Simulation experience using HYSYS, Chemcad or Simu Lis
• Extensive understanding of API, ASME, and ASTM standards and OSHA regulations/requirements
• Familiarity with Process Critical documents and equipment (e.g. PFDs, P&IDs; columns, HEs, reactors)
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to gather information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, the legal profession, business and industry
• Outstanding skills and proven track record conducting incident investigations and hazard assessment via any recognized methodology
• Domestic and international travel will likely be required

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.

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