Exponent · 2 days ago
Managing Engineer-ADAS/AV (MS/PhD)
Exponent Inc. is a premium engineering and scientific consulting firm dedicated to solving unique and urgent challenges for clients. The Managing Engineer will lead consulting projects focused on advanced driver assistance systems and automated vehicles, managing client relationships and project execution while developing expertise in automotive technology.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Managing projects from initiation to completion; communicating project updates to other team members, clients, and administrative staff; ensuring that Exponent meets its deadlines and produces exceptional work product; and identifying business development opportunities
Developing and managing client relationships
Project and cost management on casework
Setting up and executing various test programs, including full-scale vehicle tests and component or control systems evaluations
Continuing to develop specialized expertise in the automotive field such as the design, performance, and testing of existing or emerging automotive technology
Managing, mentoring, and providing project work for junior consulting staff
Developing and growing the Vehicle Engineering Practice
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of work experience in ADAS, automated vehicles (AVs), and/or vehicle and automotive system design, development, testing, and deployment
Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required
Ability to generate business and manage client relationships
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to interact with managers, engineers, non-technical personnel, and clients and present technical topics in a cogent and comprehensible manner
Strong leadership and communication skills and experience mentoring junior staff
Field and/or lab measurement experience with good hands-on skills
Versatile, team-oriented, willing to work overtime and travel when required
Preferred
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page]
Benefits
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
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-10-31
2025-10-31
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