Senior Structural Engineer (Infrastructure Risk) (Ph.D. and P.E. or S.E.)

Exponent•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. This role involves developing and implementing analytical tools and frameworks for critical infrastructure risk assessment, performing quantitative and probabilistic risk analysis, and conducting engineering analyses, particularly in the energy sector. The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, preparing technical reports and presentations for clients, and gathering/synthesizing diverse data sources. Additionally, the role includes supporting practice recruiting efforts and enhancing professional expertise through various development activities.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Civil/Structural Engineering
Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) and/or Structural Engineer (S.E.) license in at least one state is required
4+ years of relevant post-PhD work experience
Technical background in the theory and implementation of probabilistic risk analysis
Graduate coursework in probabilistic methods or risk analysis in civil engineering applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (writes and speaks clearly and concisely; work product is thorough and technically accurate)
Able to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
Able to gather and interpret information from diverse sources in engineering, infrastructure, energy, and related contexts
Able to convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and related industries
Applies technical knowledge, creativity, and innovation in completing work
Efficient and poised under stress; receptive to changes and new ideas; able to prioritize tasks
Able to support multiple concurrent group projects
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].

Responsibilities

Developing and implementing analytical tools and frameworks to characterize and assess critical infrastructure risks and support decision-making
Performing quantitative and probabilistic risk analysis to determine the impacts of hazards on infrastructure
Performing engineering analyses related to project work in the energy sector
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, statisticians, and data scientists to develop and implement engineering risk analyses
Preparing clear, technically rigorous reports, presentations, calculations, and exhibits that communicate engineering findings, conclusions, and recommendations to clients and stakeholders in the energy sector
Gathering, reviewing, analyzing, and synthesizing diverse sources of data and information – including structural drawings and specifications, inspection data, photographs, test results, codes and standards, meteorological and other environmental data, and relevant technical literature – for use in engineering analyses
Enhancing professional profile and expertise through participation and service in professional societies, continued professional development, technical publications, and conference presentations
Supporting practice recruiting efforts by identifying and recruiting exceptional and diversely experienced talent