Associate, Engineering Sciences- Materials

Advise clients on the design, evaluation, and performance of electrical components, PCB layouts, power systems, and control systems, leveraging CAD‑based analysis and review tools. Develop test plans, and conduct experiments (such as simulation, validation, and performance tests) to diagnose faults, potential failures and, ensure reliability and performance.

Assist with field inspections

Prepare technically detailed documentation, including technical reports and schematics with a cross discipline team.

Advising on global regulatory compliance and best manufacturing practices across relevant industries such as; automotive and consumer electronics.

Conduct root cause analysis of failures involving battery systems, battery management systems (BMS), battery energy storage systems (BESS), electric vehicles (EVs), power electronics, and consumer electronic products. Perform proactive engineering assessments, including evaluating design adequacy, identifying latent risks, and assessing whether alternative engineering decisions or mitigations could have prevented or reduced issues.

Communicate with clients, and counsel

Assist with the preparation of technical reports

Develop positive relationships with colleagues, peers, and clients

Participate in the preparation of hearings, trials, and mediations

Manage the day-to-day requirements of multiple engagements

Provide project management and project budget oversight

QUALIFICATIONS

Requisite professional designations and work experience:

PhD in Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgy, Corrosion, Electrochemistry

Excellent verbal and written communication

Specialized knowledge of materials characterization techniques like SEM, EDS, XPS, Auger, SIMS, FTIR, X-ray

Strong expert report writing skills to complement analytics

Able to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situations and develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problems

The ability to manage and prioritize your time and your team’s time, potentially against a backdrop of competing deadlines

Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities

Excellent listening, verbal, written, technical, and presentation skills

The desire to lead, auxiliary tasks associated with a growing practice within a rapidly growing firm

Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and we support the continuing professional development of our employees.