Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent

Menlo Park (CA)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 155,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (Ph.D.) in Menlo Park, CA. You will work as part of a team to conduct analytical and computer problem solving, perform field investigations, and maintain client relations.

Requirements include a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural focus, a P.E. or S.E. license, and 3+ years of experience. The role offers full-time employment with a competitive salary, including bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus.
  • P.E. or S.E. license required.
  • 3+ years of relevant work experience.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Inspection, analysis and determination of causes of structural performance failures.
  • Conducting analytical and computer problem solving.
  • Performing field investigations and diagnostic surveys.
  • Preparing technical reports and presentations.
  • Continued professional development towards establishing professional expertise.

Skills

Creative problem solving
Independent work
Team leadership
Verbal communication
Written communication

Education

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with Structural focus

Job description

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (Ph.D.)

Location: US-CA-Menlo Park

Practice: Civil and Structural Engineering

Position Type: Full-time

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.

We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our 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. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

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

We are currently seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Menlo Park, CA. In this role, you will work as part of a team to conduct analytical and computer problem solving, perform experimental field investigations and diagnostic surveys, and maintain client relations. Assignments will require the ability to gather information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and industry.

Responsibilities
  • Inspection, analysis and determination of causes of structural performance failures
  • Conducting analytical and computer problem solving
  • Performing field investigations and diagnostic surveys
  • Preparing technical reports and presentations
  • Continued professional development towards establishing professional expertise
Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus, or a related field
  • P.E. or S.E. license is required
  • 3+ years of relevant work experience
  • 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
Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:

https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Work Environment

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment.

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 you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients.

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Compensation

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.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Salary Range

USD $130,000.00 - USD $155,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

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 HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.

Job Locations

US-CA-Menlo Park

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