Exponent is a U.S. leading engineering and scientific consulting firm. Our multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, physicians, and regulatory consultants brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve complicated problems facing corporations, insurers, government entities, associations and individuals. Our more than 850 staff members work in 24 offices across the United States and abroad. Exponent has approximately 700 consultants, including more than 350 that have earned a doctorate in their chosen field of specialization. Exponent is publicly traded on the United States NASDAQ exchange under the symbol “EXPO.” Exponent is certified to ISO 9001 and is authorized by the United States General Services Administration (GSA) to provide professional engineering services.

Exponent's Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science Practice has provided over thirty years of services related to the investigation and analysis of mechanical systems behavior for products ranging from aircraft and marine transportation to all types of industrial equipment and consumer products. Our engineers and scientists have understanding of all areas of mechanical engineering, including reliability and hazard evaluation, design assessment, fluid and thermal analysis, and materials life prediction. Exponent's metallurgists, polymer and corrosion scientists, electrochemists, and ceramists have many years of experience in the prevention and analysis of material failures.

Exponent is currently seeking to hire an Intern in our Shanghai, China office. The individual in this position will be responsible for assisting senior staff with inspections, research, testing, calculations, and other related tasks as needed. This is a challenging position which will enable the successful applicant to develop valuable skills in state-of-the-art scientific and engineering analytical methodologies and expose the individual to a variety of exciting project work.

Exponent is seeking a highly motivated individual who has good experience with finite element modeling (FEM), including meshing and stress analysis. Experience with dynamic modeling would be beneficial. Hands-on lab and problem solving experience is also important. Qualifications for this position include:

Qualifications for this position include:

• M.S. or Ph.D. candidate in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields.
• Proficiency in FEM software packages including Ansys, LS-DYNA and MARC
• Written and verbal fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese
• Clearly communicate findings through reports and presentations
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated individual requiring minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and management skills
• Excellent hands-on engineering skills

If interested in this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to hr@exponentchina.com.