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.

We are committed to engaging 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

We are currently seeking a Engineering Manager in our Biomedical Engineering and Sciences Practice in Chicago, IL. In this role you will work as part of a team in a stimulating and challenging work environment with significant opportunities for professional growth.

• Interacting and collaborating with professionals from diverse technical backgrounds such as mechanical engineering, materials science, polymers chemistry, health sciences, and biomedical engineering to address complex problems facing clients in the life sciences industry
• Analyzing root causes for a wide variety of failures related to issues arising in development, manufacturing, or use of products in multiple industries, including medical devices, cardiovascular, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and consumer health products
• Participating as part of multidisciplinary teams in complex technical projects related but not limited to medical devices, as well as pharmaceutical and drug delivery products in support of our clients
• Managing and executing complex projects in support of our clients
• Actively participating and providing leadership in our Biomedical Engineering & Sciences Practice
• Actively marketing the Practice's and the Firm's technical capabilities to clients and the scientific community
• Developing additional expertise, gaining industry exposure, and establishing a new and expanded client base through peer-reviewed publications and service on relevant professional committees/organizations

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
• At least 5 years of related professional experience in a technical field, including experience with product development and evaluations in the life sciences industry
• Direct experience in fields related to cardiovascular devices, surgical robotics, drug delivery, human factors engineering, and/or biotechnology are highly desirable
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills which enable you to effectively communicate highly technical issues to a non-technical audience while possessing the technical depth to collaborate and interact with regulatory bodies
• Recognition as an expert in your field with a strong publication history
• The ability to attract projects and continuously expand your business volume to support full-time staff and the skills needed to manage, develop, and promote a group of highly motivated professionals
• Established client relationships and a thriving consulting business is highly desirable; individuals with strong potential for business development through institutional support and resources will also be considered

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

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.