Sr. Structural Engineer (MS/PhD, P.E./S.E.)

Exponent Inc. • New York, NY

2d • $130,000 - $155,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for its Civil & Structural Engineering Practice. The role involves complex forensic investigations and consulting engagements concerning the design, construction, performance, deterioration, and failure of buildings, bridges, and other structural systems. The engineer will work with multidisciplinary teams on field investigations and diagnostic surveys, model structural performance under extreme loads, prepare technical reports, and develop and maintain client relationships.

The position may be based in Atlanta, Georgia; Menlo Park, Irvine, or Los Angeles, California; Warrenville, Illinois; Houston, Texas; or New York, New York. The role is primarily office-based, with in-person client work, site visits, and other business travel as needed. Exponent describes its work style and hours as flexible and agile, allowing consultants to balance work and personal schedules while meeting client needs.

Exponent is a multidisciplinary engineering and scientific consulting firm. It describes a collaborative, dynamic work environment and offers mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. The company also states that it provides programs and resources supporting employee health and well-being. Compensation includes a stated annual base salary range of $130,000–$155,000, dependent on experience and capabilities. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, an annual bonus, and a 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus, or a related field.
• P.E. or S.E. license in at least one state.
• At least 3 years of relevant post-graduation work experience.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; immigration sponsorship or processing is not available.
• Interest in growing expertise in project management and client development.
• Excellent creative problem-solving ability.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and to lead and work in multidisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications, including publications in review or pending.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and site inspections of buildings, infrastructure, and specialty structures to document conditions, evaluate structural performance, and identify potential contributors to damage, distress, or failure.
• Determine root causes of structural performance issues, construction defects, material degradation, and damage associated with extreme weather, earthquakes, flooding, explosions, fire, or long-term service conditions.
• Model failures through structural calculations, quantitative risk analyses, and engineering assessments of load paths, capacity, durability, serviceability, code compliance, and risk to buildings and infrastructure.
• Develop and apply analytical tools, models, and engineering frameworks to characterize structural risks and evaluate failure mechanisms.
• Collaborate with structural, geotechnical, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and material science professionals on multidisciplinary problems.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, calculations, and exhibits communicating engineering findings, conclusions, and recommendations to clients and other technical or non-technical audiences.
• Manage local projects, including coordinating field work, organizing technical tasks, maintaining schedules and budgets, communicating with clients, and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Support proposals and client service, and develop trusted client relationships.
• Maintain professional expertise through continued professional development, technical publications, conference participation, and professional licensure.

Benefits

• 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary for Associate and Senior Associate level compensation.
• Bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts and an annual bonus at the Associate and Senior Associate level.
• Programs and resources to support health and well-being.
• Mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior