Senior Principal Structural Engineer – Forensics & Leadership

Exponent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 234,000 - 284,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in the United States. This senior role leads complex forensic investigations and consulting engagements addressing design, construction, performance, deterioration, and failure of buildings, bridges, and other structural systems.

You will serve as a senior technical authority, delivering objective, science- and engineering-based assessments, supporting client relationships, expert testimony, staff

Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• Licensure as a P.E. (Professional Engineer) or S.E. (Structural Engineer).
• Minimum of 10 years post-graduation engineering experience.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without further sponsorship.
• Outstanding professional reputation and a record of publications or professional achievements.
• A proven business development track record, the ability to attract projects to support full-time staff, and an established existing client base.
• Experience providing expert testimony is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to positively interact with professionals, technical staff, and administrative staff, and lead mentoring efforts.
• A dedication to high-quality, engineering/science-driven results.

Responsibilities

• Inspection, analysis, and determination of root causes of structural performance failures.
• Lead project teams and direct analytical and computer problem solving.
• Develop clients and generate business.
• Prepare and present technical reports.
• Continued professional development towards demonstrating world-class expertise.
• Providing expert testimony.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Mentoring

Communication

Expert testimony

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering/Structural Engineering or related field

Job description

Exponent is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in the United States. This senior role leads complex forensic investigations and consulting engagements addressing design, construction, performance, deterioration, and failure of buildings, bridges, and other structural systems.

You will serve as a senior technical authority, delivering objective, science- and engineering-based assessments, supporting client relationships, expert testimony, staff