Vehicle Mechanical Engineer
Exponent is a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm that brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve the most pressing and complicated challenges facing stakeholders today. Our vision is to engage the brightest scientists and engineers to empower clients with solutions for a safe, healthy, sustainable and technologically complex world. We leverage over 50 years of experience in analyzing accidents and failures to advise clients as they innovate their technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.
We offer opportunities for you to expand your engineering or scientific knowledge amidst experts from top programs at over 500 universities. At Exponent, you will apply your experience, technical skills, and prior academic research to a fulfilling career in consulting. You will have the opportunity to develop continuously through formal and informal development programs, coaching and mentoring, and involvement in a wide array of projects. We are excited about your interest in joining our growing team!
Key statistics:
- 1100+ Team members
- 900+ Consultants
- 550+ Ph.D.s
- 30+ Offices globally
We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer at the Associate/Senior Associate level with a fundamental interest and knowledge base in prototyping and rapid technology development for our Vehicle Engineering Practice in our Phoenix, AZ Test and Engineering Center. In this role you will be responsible for supporting design and rapid prototyping exercises, mechanical failure evaluations, and testing—both in laboratory and field conditions. We are looking for someone who is hands-on with the ability to support fieldwork and testing, as well as motivated to advance professionally and ultimately develop and grow their consulting practice within Exponent. A portion of the work in this role may involve defense or other government clients and occasional travel may be required.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Design of prototype devices and sub-systems
- Fabrication of prototype and field-ready devices
- Requirements specification, trade studies and failure mode effects and analysis
- Modeling of existent and prototype systems
- Design of specialized test and evaluation equipment
- Fieldwork including technology evaluation and technology insertion
- Preparing written technical reports and presenting findings to diverse audiences
You will have the following background and qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or a M.S. and 2 years of experience)
- P.E. license or the willingness to obtain a P.E. license
- One or more of:
- Advanced knowledge of dynamics and mechanical design
- Advanced knowledge of actuation systems (electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic)
- Advanced knowledge of control architecture
- Advanced knowledge of mechatronics
- Experience with conventional and CNC manufacturing processes
- Experience with 3D printing processes
- Experience with wireless and IP networks
- Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Experience with electronic design and packaging
- Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition tools
- Attention to detail and dedication to quality and accuracy
- Experience with CAD software and analytical and simulation tools desired (SolidWorks preferred)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Clear written communication and technical writing skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to synthesize and present technical information
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We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.
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.
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.
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