Associate level Mechanical Engineer (Ph.D.)

• 950+ Consultants 
• 640+ Ph.D.s 
• 90+ Disciplines 
• 30+ Offices globally 

We are seeking an Associate‑level Mechanical Engineer to join our Mechanical Engineering Practice in Atlanta, GA. You will work as part of a collaborative consulting team applying fundamental mechanical engineering principles to help clients solve complex technical problems. This position offers hands‑on opportunities in design, testing, analysis, and communication, along with professional mentorship to strengthen your consulting, leadership, and project management skills.

• Conduct engineering analysis and manage specific projects across diverse applications, including consumer products, industrial equipment, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
• Design, build, and implement custom experimental fixtures and testing methods to address unique engineering challenges.
• Evaluate products and systems for compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Collect, analyze and visualize large data sets to support technical conclusions.

• Prepare clear, accurate technical reports and presentations for technical, legal, regulatory, and business audiences.
• Synthesize findings from complex sources into concise conclusions for clients.
• Market the Mechanical Engineering Practice’s technical capabilities through client engagement, presentations, and publications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues across Biomechanics, Human Factors, and Civil & Structural Engineering Practices.

• Perform field inspections, testing, and hands‑on failure analyses outside of laboratory settings as needed.
• Travel to client sites and inspection locations (occasionally on short notice).

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering and scientific first principles.
• Demonstrated experience in experimental design, testing, and data analysis.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, 3D CAD, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Basic woodworking or machine shop experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics to audiences of varying technical backgrounds.
• Interest in professional growth and eventual project management responsibilities (staffing, budgeting, and client interaction).
• Eligibility and motivation to pursue Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required. 

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