Structural Engineering Associate (Ph.D.)
About The Position
Exponent is seeking a Structural Engineering Associate for its Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in New York, NY. The role supports complex forensic investigations and consulting engagements concerning the design, construction, performance, deterioration, and failure of buildings, bridges, and other structural systems. The Associate will work with teams on analytical and computer-based problem solving, experimental field investigations, diagnostic surveys, and technical documentation. The position combines fieldwork, engineering analysis, research, and client communication. The Associate will investigate structural conditions and performance, assess damage and failure mechanisms, perform calculations and technical evaluations, develop analytical tools and models, and prepare reports and presentations for varied audiences. The work also includes collaboration across disciplines, client-service and business-development support, and continued development of technical expertise and professional licensure. Consultants work in person in the office unless traveling for client work or other business activities, with flexible working hours and autonomy to balance work and personal schedules.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus, or a related field.
- P.E. or S.E. license, or the ability to become licensed within four years of hire.
- Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required.
- Excellent creative problem-solving ability.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and to 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 in review or pending; the CV is not restricted to one page.
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.
- Analyze and 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.
- Perform structural engineering calculations, quantitative analyses, and technical evaluations 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 multidisciplinary teams to evaluate complex engineering problems from multiple perspectives.
- Prepare technically rigorous reports, presentations, calculations, and exhibits communicating engineering findings, conclusions, and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Gather, review, and synthesize project information, including drawings, specifications, construction records, inspection data, photographs, test results, codes, standards, and technical literature.
- Support proposals and develop trusted client relationships.
- Maintain professional expertise through continued professional development, technical publications, conference participation, and professional licensure.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and compensation and recognition programs.
- At Associate and Senior Associate levels, total compensation includes bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, an annual bonus, and a 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
- Programs and resources to support health and well-being.
- Flexible, agile work style and working hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
