Thermal Sciences Associate

3 weeks ago


Menlo Park, United States Exponent Full time

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants 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 950+ Consultants 640+ Ph.D.s 90+ Disciplines 30+ Offices globally Opportunity We are currently seeking a Thermal Sciences Associate for our Thermal Sciences Practice in either Menlo Park, CA; Phoenix, AZ; or Denver, CO. This position will involve applying fundamental engineering and scientific techniques to real-world problems in failure analysis risk mitigation and product development. Responsibilities Analyzing and distilling complex data. Performing laboratory experiments and analytical or computational modeling. Reviewing and understanding experiments and simulations performed by clients. Researching and parsing data from published literature. Conducting risk assessments.Preparing written reports, proposals, and presentations. Managing projects and maintaining efficiency under deadlines. Capable of gathering information from and conveying technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, legal, business, and industry. Qualifications Ph.D. in Aero-Astro, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical, Nuclear, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field, with a practical and theoretical understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion. A background in data sciences and/or electrical engineering is a plus. Outstanding ability to apply fundamental engineering concepts to new problems. Hands‑on experience in designing and executing experimental programs. Familiarity with technical documents and equipment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Compensation USD $135,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year, plus base salary, bi‑weekly bonuses for high‑intensity efforts, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary. Salary range will be assessed during the interview process. Benefits Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent. Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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