Thermal Sciences Sr. Associate - Commissioning (MS/PhD)

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. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. 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

We are currently seeking a Senior Associate/Engineer with expertise in Industrial, Commercial, or Utility Commissioning to join its team of engineers for our Thermal Sciences practices in Warrenville, IL.

• Performing outstanding technical work for clients
• Effectively managing client expectations
• Evaluating the commissioning process and procedures of various facilities worldwide
• Effectively managing multidisciplinary and international project teams
• Conducting fieldwork and visiting client sites
• Preparing written reports, proposals and presentations
• Assisting with project management
• Continued activity within their field of expertise as demonstrated through continued publication and presentation at technical conferences

Near-term career development and growth will include responsibility for developing client relationships, as well as participate in generating project opportunities and revenue through active marketing and attendance at local and international conferences.

• Advanced degree (e.g. Ph.D., M.Eng., M.S., or equivalent) with at least one degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace/Aeronautical, or a related discipline
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience in the areas of large scale Industrial, Commercial, or Utility commissioning.
• Onsite experience overseeing or participating in the commissioning process of various types of equipment and systems is preferred
• Knowledge and experience with overseeing or participating in industrial start-ups, shutdowns and performances tests
• Extensive understanding of API, ASME, NFPA, and ASTM standards and OSHA regulations/requirements
• Professional Engineering License (or equivalent) preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Highly self-motivated as demonstrated through presentation at technical conferences, publication in peer reviewed journals, professional certifications and engineering licensure, and extra-curricular activities
• Intellectual curiosity with a passion to explore a vast array of problems and applications both within and outside of their area of specialization
• Strong deductive reasoning skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills and proven ability to work in a multidisciplinary, collaborative environment
• Ability to gather information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, the legal profession, business and industry
• Domestic and international travel will likely be 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].

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team 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.

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.