Thermal Sciences Managing Engineer; MS​/PhD

Position: Thermal Sciences Managing Engineer (MS/PhD)
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!  

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Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Manager/Managing Engineer with expertise in Chemical Process Safety and Process Hazard /Root Cause Analyses for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Los Angeles, CA.

You will be responsible for

Supporting and conducting technical investigations or loss of containment incidents

Conducting risk assessment and HAZOPSEvaluating mechanical integrity and Fitness for Service of fixed equipment

Preparing written reports, proposals and presentations

Assisting with project management

You will have the following skills and qualifications

M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical, Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering, with a practical and theoretical understanding of combustion, heat transfer and fluid mechanics

Professional Engineering License preferredA minimum of 5 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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Work Environment

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