Managing Engineer, Biomechanics (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, more sustainable world.

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Managing Engineer (Ph.D.) for our Biomechanics Practice in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of experts to solve complex engineering problems relating to human injury analyses in various environments.

• Evaluations of the human body's response to applied forces during accident scenarios, including biomechanical accident reconstruction, assessment of human injury mechanics and injury potential, and characterization of human interaction with safety and occupant protection systems with consideration of potential injury mitigation.
• Executing consulting projects that involve the analysis of vehicle occupant protection system performance, safety assessments, and federal and state regulations.

Key Statistics

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

Skills and Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biomechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field
• 6+ years’ of post-graduation experience in human injury analyses
• Ability to generate business and manage client relationships
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Prior testifying experience is ideal
• Ability to interact with managers, engineers, non-technical personnel, and clients and present technical topics in a cogent and comprehensible manner

Life @ Exponent

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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.

Career Growth

• Developing and growing the Biomechanics Practice in Seattle
• Maintaining and advancing strong relationships with existing clients
• Building and leading diverse teams
• Mentoring and developing technical staff
• Providing project management and project budget oversight
• Sets up and executes various test programs, including full-scale vehicle tests and component or control systems evaluations
• Oversees inspections, testing, and engineering analyses of vehicles, accident sites, and other evidence
• Absorbing and managing full-time staff as well as effectively managing and developing a group of highly motivated junior consultants
• Promoting Exponent’s multidisciplinary consulting expertise and your professional reputation through activities such as publishing papers, presenting at conferences, conducting seminars or serving on expert advisory and scientific / technical committees

Compensation

• Total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
• The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.
• Salary Range: USD $143,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits

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• 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.