What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical/Thermal Engineer position at EXPONENT?
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 Chemical/Thermal Engineer for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Irvine, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for participating in the investigation and analysis of chemical and thermal systems, industrial processes, risk assessments, and fires and explosions.
You will be responsible for:
- Performing engineering calculations and analysis
- Assisting with risk assessment of industrial/chemical plants
- Assisting with fire origin/cause investigations
- Reviewing fire-related codes and standards
- Conducting laboratory testing and assessments
- Preparing proposals and technical reports, and presenting findings to clients
- Project work may require travel (within and outside of U.S.)
You will have the following skills and qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
- Strong technical background in chemical processes and combustion
- Experience with fire origin/cause investigation is a plus
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Hands-on experience in executing experimental programs
- Strong desire and ability to tackle a wide variety of problems within and outside their direct area of expertise
To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://info.exponent.com/our-impact
www.exponent.com/careers/grad-students
We value and encourage diversity and inclusivity 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.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
