You will be responsible for
Analyzing the failure of a wide variety of products via field inspections, experimental testing and engineering analysis
Developing investigation plans using a variety of analytical equipment
Providing failure prevention strategies
Conducting manufacturing facility audits/evaluations to help improve quality/reduce reject rates
Conducting design reviews on components and products
Project management and marketing
Communicating with clients in Asia and the U.S.
You will have the following skills and qualifications
Ph.D. in Materials Engineering or a related discipline. Background in metallurgy or pcb manufacturing and metallization will be a plus
Written and verbal fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese
In-depth knowledge of materials science and engineering
Excellent hands-on engineering skills with an emphasis on material characterizations, including optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy or energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS). Experience with TEM, EBSD, FIB, XPS, AES and ToF-SIMS will be a plus
Ability to conduct an engineering investigation of defective products and determine the cause(s) of failure
Ability to clearly communicate findings through reports and presentations
Must be detail-oriented and self-motivated requiring minimal supervision
Strong organizational and management skills
Must be able to work well as part of a larger team
The ideal candidate will have experience in performing engineering investigations and calculations of real-world problems. Must be an excellent problem solver with experience presenting in front of academic or business audiences
This is a Shanghai-based position. The successful applicant must live in (or be willing to relocate to) the Shanghai area AND be enthusiastic about regularly working in the office.
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].
Life @ Exponent
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.
Work Environment
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
Benefits you will enjoy
Access 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.
- Job Locations
- CN-Pudong New District-Shanghai
