Exponent · 1 week ago
Vehicle Mechanical Engineer (MS/PhD)
Natick, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$107K/yr - $139K/yrExponent is a premium engineering and scientific consulting firm dedicated to solving unique and unprecedented challenges. The Vehicle Mechanical Engineer will support consulting projects that involve the analysis of transportation accidents and mechanical failures, while developing specialized expertise in the automotive field.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Managing projects from initiation to completion
Communicating project updates to other team members, clients, and administrative staff
Ensuring that Exponent meets its deadlines and produces exceptional work product
Identifying business development opportunities
Setting up and executing various test programs, including full-scale vehicle tests (crash, sled, and handling tests) and component or control systems evaluations
Developing specialized expertise in the automotive field such as the design and performance of existing or emerging automotive technology, or analysis and reconstruction of transportation accidents
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (or a M.S.) and knowledge of automotive systems or interest in vehicles and automotive systems
Field and/or lab measurement experience with good hands-on skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of dynamics, mechanical design, and 3D CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Rhino3D preferred)
P.E. license or the willingness to obtain a P.E. license
Versatile, team-oriented, willing to work overtime and travel when required
Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to synthesize technical information and present it to specialists and non-specialists alike
Clear written communication and technical writing skills are required
Proven dedication to quality and accuracy
Preferred
Knowledge of dynamics, mechanical design, and 3D CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Rhino3D preferred)
Benefits
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Company
Exponent
With over 90 scientific and engineering disciplines, Exponent’s staff of approximately 900, located in 20 offices throughout the USA
Founded in 1967
1001-5000 employees
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