Mechanical Engineer; Ph.D

Position: Mechanical 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 Mechanical Engineer for our Mechanical Engineering Practice in Los Angeles, CA. In this role, you will work as part of a team that consults on a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues including electromechanical, industrial controls, and machine design issues. You may also assist the other engineering practice groups within Exponent on an as-needed basis and support senior staff in project development and marketing.

You will be responsible for

Communicating effectively with other engineers, managers, clients, and administrative reports

Conducting hands-on failure analyses

Planning and executing laboratory tests

Performing calculations and engineering analyses

Creating written reports and presentations

Performing field inspections

You will have the following skills and qualifications

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent degree with focused thesis/coursework/project experience in electromechanical, controls, engineering mechanics, or machine design issues

Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.

Experience with data collection tools such as data acquisition systems, measurement tools, accelerometers, and/or force transducers

Experience conducting laboratory testing or other hands-on experience

Working knowledge of finite element method and numerical analysis platforms such as MATLABUnderstanding of data analysis techniques using coding languages/packages such as Python or Matlab Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute

Potential for technical and project managerial leadership

Ability to convey technical information to individuals in engineering, business, legal and related industries

Willing to travel, sometimes on short notice

Ability and desire to become a Licensed Professional Engineer Potential for technical and project managerial leadership and an interest in developing a client base Other desirable qualifications (candidates are not expected to meet all qualifications):

Working knowledge of machine shop tools (e.g., metal bending, grinding, and cutting), woodworking tools, and fabrication techniques (e.g. welding, fastening)
Ideally, you will have a mix of:

Depth:
In select areas of Mechanical Engineering, deep knowledge of theory and state-of-the art analysis/experimental techniques

Breadth:
General knowledge across many areas of Mechanical Engineering Practical

Experience:

Curiosity about mechanical…