Manager - Polymers Scientist

Company: Exponent
Location: Bellevue
Posted on: January 10, 2021

Job Description:

Exponent is a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm that brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve the most pressing and complicated challenges facing stakeholders today. Our vision is to engage the brightest scientists and engineers to empower clients with solutions for a safe, healthy, sustainable and technologically complex world. We leverage over 50 years of experience in analyzing accidents and failures to advise clients as they innovate their technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.We employ experts from top programs at over 500 universities and from a variety of industries. We are expanding and are excited about your interest in joining our team!Key statistics:1100+ Team members900+ Consultants550+ Ph.D.s30+ Offices globallyWe are currently seeking a Polymer Scientist/Engineer for a Manager level position in our Practice in Bellevue, WA. In this role you will perform technical consulting responsibilities, develop business and assist with expanding the practice.You will be responsible for:Developing client relationships and converting business opportunities to project work suitable for the practice, and the firmLeading projects for failure analysis, product development and expert witness engagements in requisite areas of expertiseInspecting, scientifically analyzing, report writing and testifying for project engagements that address polymer related issues in product/process development, manufacturing and product useParticipating in management activities including junior staff development, business planning and administrative responsibilitiesYou will have the following skills and qualifications:Ph.D. in Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or polymer-related fieldPractical, hands-on experience is requiredExperience in an industrial setting is desirableConsulting experience is preferredExtensive theoretical and practical knowledge of the physical, chemical and mechanical behavior of polymersProficiency in multiple analytical characterization techniques for the determination of polymer properties is highly desierable; familiarity with industrial standards is preferredDemonstrated ability to design and execute experimental programs in a laboratory setting using appropriate physical and analytical techniquesExcellent written and verbal communicationStrong educational, industrial/practical and publication credentialsDemonstrated ability to effectively manage teamsWe value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives 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.If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at +1 (650) 688-6968 or email .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.by Jobble

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