Mechanical Engineer (Masters degree + 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 **Philadelphia, PA**. In this role, you will work as part of a team applying fundamental principles of mechanical engineering to solve difficult technical problems for our clients. You will be expected to grow in the key aspects of consulting, including continued development of technical expertise, the ability to synthesize arguments and positions from vast amounts of information, and effective spoken and written communications. ## You will be responsible for - Managing and executing specific projects related to a variety of mechanical engineering applications - Performing technical evaluations and analysis in order to prepare written reports and presentations - Participating in field inspections and conducting hands-on failure analysis for litigation matters - Designing and implementing custom experimental methods to address unique problems related to mechanical performance of products across a variety of industries - Communicating effectively with other engineers, managers, clients and administrative professionals - Marketing the Mechanical Engineering Practice’s technical capabilities to clients and the scientific community - Participating in professional development activities to conduct and publish research, present findings at meetings and conferences, and obtain certifications and credentials ## You will have the following skills and qualifications - Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering or a Masters in Mechanical Engineering + 3 years of relevant consulting experience after the completion of the Masters degree. **Please note that recent Masters level graduates do not meet this requirement.** - Strong written communications and ability in distilling complex technical information - Understanding and familiarity with industrial equipment, machinery, construction sites, and tools. Experience in construction environments is desirable but not required - Background in experimental mechanical testing - Experience with forensic consulting and root cause analysis is desirable but not required - A self-starter with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing projects and priorities - Willing to travel, often on short notice, and sometimes for extended periods of time - Ability and desire to become a Licensed Professional Engineer - Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing 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].* ## Life @ Exponent To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the fo…