Electrical Engineer/Scientist/Computer Scientist (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. We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, and more sustainable world.

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer/Scientist/Computer Scientist for our Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice in Natick, MA. In this role, you will work as part of several teams to develop software, data, and engineering solutions for a diverse range of challenges faced by clients ranging from early-stage startups through to Fortune 100 companies.

Key Statistics

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

Job Description

You will work on developing software, data, and engineering solutions for a variety of challenges. You will combine scientific and engineering principles, data-driven techniques, and a range of current experimental methods and investigative analysis techniques with robust subject-specific scientific expertise to implement high-value solutions to complex technical problems.

You will have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise across an extremely wide cross-section of industry and will interact with a variety of client contacts ranging from managers, engineers, legal staff, and business leaders.

You will be expected to demonstrate continued professional growth, both in technical areas relevant to your expertise, and in business skills essential to providing effective consulting services.

• Performing engineering and computer science analyses related to ongoing Exponent work
• Designing and performing tests and performing a variety of numerical analysis, modeling, and simulation activities to support engineering goals
• Performing reliability and failure analysis related to electrical/electronic systems and components as well as to computer systems and associated networks
• Presenting technical results and solutions to a diverse audience through verbal, written, and interactive communication
• Preparing technical proposals, pursuing business developments, and expanding the range of related services Exponent provides to clients

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Physics or a related field
• An understanding of investigative analysis for troubleshooting technical issues and solving technical challenges
• Experience with finite element analysis, numerical analysis, modeling, and/or simulation of devices, systems, and/or networks
• Experience with at least one common programming language such as Python, C/C++, Java, MATLAB, or similar
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, and ability to work independently or in multidisciplinary teams
• Able to gather information and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and related industry
• Desire to learn, and work with, a wide array of different programming languages, software frameworks, and tools
• Able to support multiple group projects and market the Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice and its consulting services

What You Will Bring

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending).

Life @ Exponent: Learn more about life at Exponent and our impact.

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Work Environment

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging.

In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too.

Salary Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $154,000.00 /Yr.

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.