Mechanical Engineer; M.S of consulting or Ph.D

Position: Mechanical Engineer (M.S. + 3 years of consulting experience or 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 Seattle, WA. In this role, you will work as part of a team consulting on a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues.

You will be responsible for

Technical Analysis Applying the principles of mechanical engineering design, analysis, and practice to support forensic engineering and root cause analysis of mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, fire-protection, and other product or system failures

Assisting with the evaluation of products and systems against applicable codes, standards, manufacturer requirements, and accepted engineering practices

Planning, designing, and executing custom laboratory tests using a variety of traditional and novel methods

Reviewing drawings, specifications, maintenance records, and other technical documents to support reconstruction of events and evaluation of design, installation, operation, and maintenance issues

Collecting, analyzing, and visualizing large data sets to support concise technical conclusions

Field Work Conducting field inspections and hands-on engineering analyses of machinery, industrial equipment, HVAC, plumbing, fire scenes, and consumer products

Thoroughly documenting observations and findings during investigations of accidents, losses, and equipment malfunctions

Traveling to client sites and inspection locations (occasionally on short notice)
Consulting and Communication Supporting technical investigations in litigation, insurance, and other dispute-resolution matters

Contributing to the preparation of clear, well-supported, technically rigorous, and defensible written reports and presentations that withstand challenge by opposing experts, attorneys, insurers, contractors, or regulators

Presenting these communications to both technical and non-technical audiences

Communicating and working effectively with clients and experts in other engineering and scientific disciplines within Exponent

You will have the following skills and qualifications

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, or M.S. with at least 3 years of consulting experience. Do note that recent M.S. graduates without consulting experience do not meet this requirement.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

High level of mechanical aptitude and a curiosity for learning about new products, industries, and processes

Strong practical and theoretical foundation in thermal or mechanical systems, including formal coursework in machine design, mechanics, thermal sciences, and/or fluid dynamics

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