Senior Manager/Principal Engineer - Energy Transition (...

Senior Manager/Principal Engineer - Energy Transition (MS/PhD) 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, 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 lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients on technologically complex products and processes, ensuring safety, health, and sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience across various industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to a diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drive our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. We also support your career growth through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thank you for your interest in joining us! Key statistics: 950+ Consultants 640+ Ph.D.s 90+ Disciplines 30+ Offices globally Our Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Managing Engineer or Principal Engineer in the field of Energy Transition for our Thermal Sciences Practice in Natick MA; Menlo Park, CA; Atlanta, GA; Houston, TX; Chicago, IL; Bowie, MD; Denver, CO; or Phoenix, AZ. In this role, you will work with a team to help clients solve challenging technical problems that are often urgent, high-profile, and multidisciplinary. You will also expand our capabilities in renewable energy, alternative energy, energy storage, and energy transition. A strong technical background in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics is essential. Career growth involves increasing project management duties, revenue generation, client relations, and hiring technical staff. Responsibilities Providing consulting services and developing business across systems, components, and facilities, including wind power, solar power, hydrogen systems, alternative fuels, energy storage, energy transmission, and power plants. Gathering and synthesizing information from various sources and effectively conveying technical conclusions. Promoting Exponent's expertise in renewable and alternative energy through client meetings, conference presentations, thought leadership articles, white papers, and seminars. Managing and developing a team of motivated junior consultants. Qualifications M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering 10+ years of relevant experience Professional Engineering license preferred Business development experience with a proven track record Leadership skills, ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment, and mentoring skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and assertively Strong project management skills and commitment to professional development Ability to travel on short notice Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications, including those in review or pending. Life @ Exponent Learn more about our culture and impact at: Life @ Exponent Our Impact We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and offer programs to support health and well-being. Our benefits, competitive compensation, and recognition programs empower our staff to make a difference. Work Environment We foster in-person interactions to deepen engagement and support development within a collaborative, dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. Our flexible work style allows balancing client needs, personal priorities, and innovation. Compensation & Benefits Our total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 7% 401(k) employer contribution. The salary range for this role is USD $176,000 to USD $260,000 annually, depending on experience. Benefits Visit our Life @ Exponent page for benefits details. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations for disabilities upon request. Job Locations US-MA-Natick, US-CA-Menlo Park, US-TX-Houston, US-IL-Chicago, US-CO-Denver, US-AZ-Phoenix, US-MD-Bowie, US-GA-Atlanta #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17