Thermal Sciences Associate/Sr. Associate (Ph.D.)

About the role

We are currently seeking a Chemical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Fire Protection Engineer for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Houston, TX. In this role, you will be responsible for participating in and leading the investigation and analysis of failures including structures, vehicle and wildland fires, explosions, industrial processes and equipment, combustion systems, consumer products, appliances, and automobiles.

Responsibilities

• Performing engineering calculations and analysis
• Evaluating the performance of mechanical and safety systems
• Utilizing computational techniques such as CFD
• Conducting field work and data collection
• Conducting laboratory testing and assessments
• Planning and executing experimental test programs
• Conducting laboratory assessments of material flammability
• Preparing proposals and technical reports, and presenting findings to clients
• Project work may require travel (within and outside of the U.S.)

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Fire Protection Engineering (or a related field)
• Strong technical background in thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, heat transfer, unit operations, fluid mechanics, and combustion
• Deep experience developing and implementing combustion and fire models

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in executing experimental programs
• Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page]

Skills

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Team player capable of working in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside their direct area of expertise

Benefits

• Access to benefits information via the Life@Exponent page
• Variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being
• Competitive benefits and recognition programs
• Opportunity to plan for future