Senior Managing Engineer - Thermal Sciences (MS/PhD)
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 a Senior Manager/Senior Managing Engineer with expertise in Mechanical Plant Systems Design, EPC Technical Services, Maintenance, and Commissioning, as well as Combustion Equipment for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Warrenville, IL; Chicago, IL; Houston, TX; or Atlanta, GA.
Key Statistics
- 950+ Consultants
- 640+ Ph.D.s
- 90+ Disciplines
- 30+ Offices globally
Expectations for the Position
- Growing teams
- Recruiting and hiring exceptional engineering staff
- Developing and building client relationships
- Conducting failure analysis and root cause analysis investigations
- Performing engineering calculations and analyses
- Planning and executing testing programs
- Preparing written reports, proposals, and presentations
- Managing multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with experts in other technical disciplines
- Identifying and pursuing business development opportunities
- Project management and building client relationships
Skills and Qualifications
- A Ph.D., M.S., or M.Eng in Chemical, Petroleum, or Mechanical Engineering with a practical and theoretical understanding of combustion, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics
- A minimum of 5-10 years of relevant industry experience in the areas of plant engineering design, commissioning, and maintenance; process safety and risk assessment; and/or engineering in in-plant organizations
- Team leadership experience
- A Professional Engineering License preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to gather information from, and convey technical conclusions to, individuals in engineering, the legal profession, business, and industry
- Outstanding skills and proven track record conducting incident investigations and hazard assessments via any recognized methodology
What You Will Be Responsible For
- Conducting failure analysis and root cause analysis investigations
- Performing engineering calculations and analyses
- Planning and executing testing programs
- Preparing written reports, proposals, and presentations
- Managing multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with experts in other technical disciplines
- Identifying and pursuing business development opportunities
- Project management and building client relationships
What You Will Have
- Domestic and international travel will likely be required
- Most assignments will require the ability to gather information from, and convey technical conclusions to, individuals in engineering, the legal profession, business, and industry
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 depends on experience and capabilities, which will be assessed during the interview process. Salary Range USD $175,000.00 - USD $255,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits
You Will Enjoy
- 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.