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 our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team! Key statistics: 950+ Consultants 640+ Ph.D.s 90+ Disciplines 30+ Offices globally Our Opportunity We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer/Scientist for our Electrical Engineering Practice. In this role, you will work as part of a team to combine scientific and engineering principles, data driven techniques, and the most current experimental methods with robust subject‑specific scientific expertise, to implement high-value solutions to complex technical problems. Location: London–Cambridge area (future Cambridge lab/office) This role is not remote and requires in‑person working The successful candidate will initially be based within the London–Cambridge area, with the expectation of transitioning to a Cambridge‑based office/lab once this has been established You will be responsible for Performing electrical/electronic/power/optical engineering analyses consulting related to ongoing Exponent work Performing reliability and failure analysis related to electrical/electronic/power/optical systems and components, battery systems, and conducting design reviews of consumer electronics Investigating and evaluating electrocution/electric shock hazards regarding electrical devices, equipment and installations Developing test protocols and applying existing standards for testing of electronic devices and systems Developing new software tools and analyzing/improving existing software Preparing technical proposals, designing, supervising, and managing laboratory testing Critically assessing test results, methods of analysis and testing protocols, generating new testing protocols based on new product designs, maintaining a systematic approach to data collection and storage, and writing reports You will have the following skills and qualifications Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics or Applied Physics Technical background in any of the following disciplines: Power Systems, Electronics, Optics, Controls, Circuit Design, or Embedded Systems Electromagnetics, Automotive Systems (including batteries), Medical Devices, Power Generation, Robotics, or a related field MEMS and/or Semiconductor Fabrication, Solid State Devices, or Fabrication Process Development Nanoscience, Condensed Matter, or related background in Experimental Physics Instrumentation
Electrical Engineer/Scientist, London-Cambridge area (Ph.D.) employer: Exponent, Inc
Exponent is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and dynamic work environment, where multidisciplinary teams come together to tackle complex challenges in regulatory affairs. With a strong commitment to employee growth through mentoring and a culture of learning, Exponent offers competitive benefits and a flexible work style that promotes work/life balance, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and impactful careers in the heart of Europe.
