Mechanical Engineer (Ph.D.)

Mechanical Engineer (Ph.D.) ID 2026-2514 Location US-CA-Menlo Park Practice Mechanical Engineering Position Type Full-time Posted Salary Range USD $140,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

Workplace Type On-Site 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.

Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world.

Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team! Key statistics: 950+ Consultants 640+ Ph.D.s 90+ Disciplines 30+ Offices globally Our Opportunity We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our Mechanical Engineering Practice in our Menlo Park, CA office.

In this role, you will work as a part of multiple teams consulting on a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues including solid mechanics and mechanical design.

This particular position will have a focus on machine design and manufacturing. You will be expected to grow in the key aspects of consulting, including technical expertise and effective spoken and written communications, to develop a consulting practice serving clients both within and outside the firm.

You will be responsible for Communicating effectively with other engineers and technicians, managers, clients, and administrative reports Conducting hands-on failure analysis Planning and executing laboratory tests Performing calculations and analysis Performing field inspections Assisting the other engineering practice groups within Exponent on as-needed basis, and support senior staff in project development and marketing You will have the following skills and qualifications Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent with focused thesis, coursework, and teaching experience in solid mechanics and machine design, utilizing both experimental methods and computational analysis Strong mechanical and strength of materials intuition Demonstrated hands-on fabrication and laboratory skills Experience working in a manufacturing setting is a plus Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute Potential for technical and project managerial leadership Ability to convey technical information to individuals in engineering, business, legal and related industries Presently legally authorized to work in the United States.

No immigration sponsorship or processing required. Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

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.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com . Job Locations US-CA-Menlo Park Options Apply for this job online Apply Share Submit a referral to this job Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment.