Structural Engineering Associate​/Sr. Associate; PhD

Structural Engineering Associate/Sr. Associate (PhD)

Exponent is an industry‑leading engineering and scientific consulting firm with over five decades of experience. With 950+ consultants, 640+ Ph.D.s, and more than 90 disciplines across 30 global offices, Exponent solves complex, urgent challenges for a wide range of clients.

• Practice:
  Civil & Structural Engineering
• Locations:
  Menlo Park (CA), Irvine (CA), Oakland (CA), Denver (CO), Atlanta (GA), Warrenville (IL), Houston (TX), New York (NY)

In this role you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to conduct analytical and computational problem solving, perform experimental field investigations and diagnostic surveys, and maintain client relationships.

• Inspect, analyze, and determine root causes of structural performance failures
• Perform quantitative risk analysis for structures
• Prepare technical reports and presentations
• Establish 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 ability to obtain licensing
• Excellent creative problem‑solving ability
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and lead multi‑disciplinary teams
• Ability to gather information and convey technical conclusions to engineering, business, and industry stakeholders

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications. CVs need not be limited to one page; please include publications that are in review or pending.

• Work culture, benefits, and learning opportunities
• Our impact on clients and communities

Exponent supports a flexible, agile work style with in‑person collaboration when appropriate. Employees balance client work, site visits, conferences, and personal priorities, fostering innovation and inclusivity.

• Base salary + bi‑weekly bonuses, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary
• Salary range: USD $116,000 – $150,000 per year, dependent on experience and capabilities

Detailed benefits information can be found on the Life@Exponent page.

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

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.

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