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Mechanical Engineer, Thermal Sciences (Ph.D.)

Exponent · Irvine, CA · 6 days ago
On-siteEngineering$140k/yrFull-time

About Exponent

Exponent is a premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with a focus on solving uniquely challenging problems. We connect the lessons of past failures with future solutions to advise clients on technological innovations, product safety, and sustainability.

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our Thermal Sciences Practice in the field of Thermal/Fluid Sciences for our Orange County office in Irvine, CA. This role involves investigating and analyzing thermal-fluid/mechanical systems, performing engineering calculations, evaluating system performance, utilizing computational techniques like CFD, conducting field work and data collection, and preparing proposals and technical reports.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (or a related field)

  • Presently legally authorized to work in the United States

  • Strong technical background in thermal/fluid systems and CFD

  • Experience with HVAC and Refrigeration systems

  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

  • Hands-on experience in executing experimental programs

  • Strong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside their direct area of expertise

What You Will Be Doing

  • Participate in the investigation and analysis of thermal-fluid/mechanical systems

  • Perform engineering calculations and analysis

  • Evaluate the performance of mechanical and safety systems

  • Utilize computational techniques such as CFD

  • Conduct field work and data collection

  • Conduct laboratory testing and assessments

  • Prepare proposals and technical reports, and present findings to clients

  • Conduct project work, which may require travel (within and outside of the U.S.)

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:

  • Life at Exponent
  • Our Impact

Work Environment

At Exponent, we foster 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' well-being.

Career Growth

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference. Our total compensation plan is consistent with the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process. Salary Range: USD $140,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits

You will enjoy access to benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:

  • Life@Exponent

Exponent is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.

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