Thermal Sciences Associate (Ph.D.)

About the Role

Exponent is seeking a Thermal Sciences Associate for its Thermal Sciences Practice in Seattle, WA. This role involves applying fundamental engineering and scientific techniques to real-world problems in failure analysis, combustion, wildfire, risk mitigation, and product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzing and distilling complex data
• Performing laboratory experiments and analytical or computational modeling
• Reviewing and understanding experiments and simulations performed by clients
• Researching and parsing data from published literature
• Conducting risk assessments
• Preparing written reports, proposals, and presentations
• Managing projects and maintaining efficiency under deadlines
• Gathering information from and conveying technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, the legal profession, business, and industry
• Performing field inspections, investigations, and experiments

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Ph.D. in Aero-Astro, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical, Nuclear, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field.
• Practical and theoretical understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Outstanding ability to apply fundamental engineering concepts to new problems.
• Hands-on experience developing and performing laboratory or field experiments in the areas of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, or combustion.
• Familiarity with technical documents and equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

A background in data sciences and/or electrical engineering would be a plus, but is not required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field (see Requirements).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with experimental design and execution.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information effectively.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications.

Compensation

• Base salary range: USD $140,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 / Yr. (dependent on experience and capabilities)
• Bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts.
• Annual bonus.
• 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.