Metallurgical Engineer (Ph.D.)
Quick Summary
About Exponent 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,
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~1 min read- 950+ Consultants
- 640+ Ph.D.s
- 90+ Disciplines
- 30+ Offices globally
We are currently seeking a Metallurgical Engineer for our Metallurgical & Corrosion Engineering Practice in Chicago, IL. In this role, you will work as part of a team to conduct metallurgical, materials, and mechanical failure analyses
- Conducting hands-on and desktop-based failure analyses
- Planning, coordinating, and executing laboratory tests
- Conducting field inspections
- Reviewing and interpreting technical documentation
- Communicating effectively with other engineers and technicians, managers, clients, and administrative staff
- Generating written work product (e.g., PowerPoint presentations, long-form written technical reports)
- Effective presentation of results to technical and non-technical clients and staff
- Manage the day-to-day requirements of multiple engagements
Requirements
~1 min read- Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering or related field and familiarity with Mechanical Engineering
- Knowledge of mechanical testing, corrosion science, aviation/aerospace, power generation, turbines, and failure analysis is desired
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute to the team
- The ability to travel as-needed
- Presently legally authorized to work in the US, no immigration sponsorship or visa processing required
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].
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
What We Offer
~1 min readAccess benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- $140,000–$157,000 a year
- 120% above the $67,500 median for Other jobs on Jobera (117,596 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 5 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 13, 2026
- First seen
- October 18, 2026
- Last seen
- October 18, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 40%
- Scored at
- October 18, 2026
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