Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent•Menlo Park, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer for its Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Menlo Park, California. The role involves working as part of a team on analytical and computer problem solving, experimental field investigations, diagnostic surveys, and client relations. Assignments require gathering information and conveying technical conclusions to people in engineering, business, and industry. The position includes investigating structural performance failures, determining their causes, preparing technical reports and presentations, and continuing professional development toward establishing professional expertise. Consultants generally work in person at an Exponent office unless traveling for client work or other business activities. The work environment is supportive, collaborative, dynamic, and multidisciplinary. Consultants have autonomy to balance work and personal schedules while meeting client needs.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus, or a related field.
  • P.E. or S.E. license required.
  • At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
  • Excellent creative problem-solving ability.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and lead and work in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to gather information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and industry.

Nice To Haves

  • Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications, including publications that are in review or pending; the CV is not restricted to one page.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, analyze, and determine causes of structural performance failures.
  • Conduct analytical and computer problem solving.
  • Perform field investigations and diagnostic surveys.
  • Maintain client relations.
  • Gather information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and industry.
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations.
  • Continue professional development toward establishing professional expertise.
  • Work independently and lead or contribute to multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

  • 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary
  • Bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts
  • Annual bonus
  • Programs and resources to support health and well-being
  • Competitive benefits, compensation, and recognition programs
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