Exponent · 22 hours ago
Mechanical/Material Engineer (Ph.D.)
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelExponent is a premium engineering and scientific consulting firm that empowers clients with solutions for complex challenges. The Mechanical/Material Engineer will analyze mechanical and material failures, create reports, and support clients by solving real-world problems associated with various mechanical equipment.
Consulting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conducting hands-on analyses of mechanical equipment failures to understand what happened and the cause of the failure in collaboration with experts in other engineering disciplines
Creating written reports and presentations and presenting these communications to both technical and non-technical clients
Supporting an expansive internal client base that works collaboratively to solve complex, real-world problems associated with various types of mechanical equipment
Planning and executing custom laboratory tests using a variety of traditional and novel methods
Performing calculations and analyses, creating written reports and presentations, and performing field inspections
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
Specialized knowledge in solid mechanics, structural mechanics, computational mechanics, and fracture/damage mechanics
Completion of formal coursework in machine design, thermal/fluids, and control systems
Experience performing fatigue and/or fitness-for-service analysis
Working knowledge of basic computational platforms, such as finite element method and associated numerical analysis platforms such as MATLAB
Experience with engineering drawings and/or CAD
Hands-on work or research experience
Willing to work in new technical areas
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Excellent project ownership and initiative characteristics
Ability to work independently and within project teams with a strong desire to contribute
Potential for technical and project management leadership, as well as a desire to seek new client relationships to grow a client base
Must be able to convey technical information to individuals in engineering, business, legal and related industries
Willingness to travel
Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required
Benefits
Bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts
Annual bonus
401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary
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
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cathy Chen
Senior Managing Engineer
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