Thermal Sciences Associate/Sr. Associate (Ph.D.) - Exponent : Job Details

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

Exponent

Job Location : Houston,TX, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-06T01:06:51Z

Job Description :

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About Exponent

Exponent is a premier engineering and scientific consulting firm with the expertise to solve complex, unprecedented challenges. We are dedicated to creating a safer, healthier, and more sustainable world through multidisciplinary collaboration across over 90 disciplines, with a team of more than 950 consultants, including 640+ Ph.D.s, across 30+ offices globally.

Our Opportunity

We seek a Chemical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Fire Protection Engineer for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Houston, TX. The role involves investigating failures related to structures, vehicle and wildland fires, explosions, industrial processes, combustion systems, consumer products, and automobiles.

You will be responsible for:

  • Performing engineering calculations and analysis
  • Evaluating mechanical and safety systems performance
  • Utilizing computational techniques such as CFD
  • Conducting field work and data collection
  • Laboratory testing and assessments
  • Planning and executing experimental test programs
  • Assessing material flammability in labs
  • Preparing proposals and technical reports
  • Presenting findings to clients
  • Traveling as required for project work

    • Qualifications include:

  • Ph.D. in Chemical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Fire Protection Engineering or related field
  • Strong background in thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion
  • Experience developing combustion and fire models
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Willingness to tackle diverse problems

    • Preferred:

  • Experience with experimental programs
  • Interest in solving a wide range of problems

    • Applicants should submit a CV with publications, including those in review or pending. For more about life at Exponent and our impact, visit Life @ Exponent and Our Impact.

    Our culture emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and work/life balance, with flexible working arrangements and comprehensive benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer. For accommodations, contact [email protected].

    Job Location: Houston, TX

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