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 with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. We are expanding and are excited about your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

• 1100+ Team members
• 900+ Consultants
• 550+ Ph.D.s
• 30+ Offices globally

We are currently seeking a Sustainability Managing Scientist/Engineer in our Ecological and Biological Sciences Practice in Bellevue, WA. In this role you will work as part of a team to provide technical support on existing projects and business development efforts in the biological and ecological sciences. Areas of focus may involve critical review and comparison of life cycle assessments (LCAs) for a range of products and processes, carbon footprint analysis, including carbon storage potential of natural and nature-based projects, quantification of ecosystem services and biodiversity footprints, risk assessments, and causal analyses.

You will be responsible for:

• Contributing to business development in the areas of sustainability, clean energy, and/or ecosystem services
• Identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities and promoting Exponent through industry contacts
• Helping clients develop and evaluate sustainability progress
• Performing and/or reviewing LCAs, including reviews of data inputs and model assumptions
• Developing and mentoring staff in both technical and business areas
• Synthesizing technical information and applying creative and critical thinking to prepare and review reports and technical presentations
• Developing and maintaining professional status by authoring peer-reviewed publications, and participation in technical conferences and activities of professional societies
• Working cooperatively on projects with other members of the Ecological and Biological Sciences Practice and interdisciplinary groups from other Exponent practices as appropriate

You will have the following skills and qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Ecology, Environmental Science, Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering, Statistics, or another related field
• 5+ years of professional consulting experience
• Familiarity with SimaPro, GaBi, or other life cycle assessment modelling and reporting software
• Experience performing and evaluating life cycle assessments
• Familiarity with relevant ISO standards, including ISO 14067 (carbon footprint of products) and other standards in the ISO 14000 series
• Experience managing tasks of moderate scope and complexity
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects and tasks with competing deadlines, and communicate within multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated ability in written and oral communications
• Strong commitment to personal development
  
  

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) 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

We 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.

Compensation

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $160,000 depending on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Benefits

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.