Exponent · 3 hours ago
Manager, Fuel System Design Expert (M.S./Ph.D.)
Farmington Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$166K/yr - $194K/yr
5+ years expExponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique challenges. We are seeking a talented and motivated Manager with significant experience in fuel system design to join our Vehicle Engineering Practice, where you will lead engineering support on various projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Traveling to inspect crashed vehicles
Analyzing the performance of vehicles in severe collisions and crash testing
Applying expertise in fuel system design and automotive engineering to address defect claims in an adversarial litigation environment
Writing complex technical reports
Building and cultivating strong client relationships
Driving consulting business growth by identifying new opportunities through project delivery, client engagement, and participation in professional development activities
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver scientifically rigorous and impactful solutions to complex technical challenges
Supporting project planning and execution
Mentoring junior staff by providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative, inclusive team environment
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
Minimum 5 years of industry or research experience in fuel system design
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions
A collaborative mindset and experience working in multidisciplinary teams
Project management experience, including coordinating tasks, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful execution of technical projects
A commitment to professional growth
Preferred
Professional Engineering license
Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator
Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator license
Benefits
Annual bonus
401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary
Company
Exponent
With over 90 scientific and engineering disciplines, Exponent’s staff of approximately 900, located in 20 offices throughout the USA
1001-5000 employees
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