Structural Engineer​/Associate; Ph.D

About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning.

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

We are currently seeking a Structural Engineer/Associate for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Atlanta, GA;
Menlo Park, CA;
Irvine, CA;
Oakland, CA;
Denver, CO;
Warrenville, IL;
Houston, TX; or New York, NY. In this role, you will work as part of a team conducting analytical and computer problem‑solving, performing experimental field investigations and diagnostic surveys, and maintaining client relations.

• Inspection, analysis and determination of root causes of structural performance failures
• Performing quantitative risk analysis for structures
• Preparing technical reports and presentations
• Establishing professional expertise through continued professional development

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus, or related field
• P.E. or S.E. license, or the ability to become licensed
• Excellent creative problem‑solving ability
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as lead and work in multi‑disciplinary teams
• Ability to gather information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and industry

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending). The CV is not restricted to 1 page.

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At Exponent, in‑person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development. Consultants engage in‑person in the office unless traveling for client work or other business activities. We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well‑being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so they can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work.

This flexible, agile work style and working hours allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways while meeting the needs of clients.

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi‑weekly bonuses for high‑intensity efforts, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

Salary Range: USD $ - USD $ /Yr.

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:

• New York, NY
• Atlanta, GA
• Menlo Park, CA
• Irvine, CA
• Oakland, CA
• Denver, CO
• Warrenville, IL
• Houston, TX

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at H