Managing Scientist (M.S.)
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. 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.
Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Managing Scientist for our Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice in Bowie, MD. In this role, you will work as part of a team on solving scientific and engineering problems facing our clients. You will be responsible for 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; and identifying business development opportunities.
Working with Government Security Related Products and Projects
- Presenting testing results, analyses, and recommendations to clients
- Supporting on-site meetings, testing, or other activities conducted at client sites
Attracting and Developing New Projects and Clients
- BUILDING AND LEADING DIVERSE TEAMS
- MENTORING AND DEVELOPING TECHNICAL STAFF
Skills and Qualifications
- M.S. in science, engineering, mathematics, or a related field with relevant work experience
- 6+ years of post-graduation experience working in data analytics or data science
Additional Information
- Ability to interact with managers, engineers, non-technical personnel, and clients and present technical topics in a cogent and comprehensible manner
- Knowledge of data analysis and visualization programs such as Tableau or others considered a plus
- Prior government contracting experience considered a plus
- Experience with machine learning considered a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Superior problem-solving abilities
- Strong teamwork and leadership skills
Life @ Exponent
To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
- https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
- https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact
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.
Compensation
Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level and above 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 $172,500.00 - USD $220,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits
You Will Enjoy Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:
- https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
EEO Statement
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 .