Senior Structural Engineer & Forensic Leader

Exponent; Irvine (CA); 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 multiple locations including Irvine, CA. This senior professional will lead complex forensic investigations and consulting engagements involving design, construction, performance, deterioration, and failure of buildings, bridges, and other structural systems.

The role also includes business development, client relationship management, expert testimony, staff mentorship, and continued growth of

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 & mentoring

Business development

Education

M.S./Ph.D. in Civil/Structural Engineering

P.E. or S.E. license

10+ years engineering experience

Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Publications/achievements

Client base & project attraction

Expert testimony (preferred)

Professional leadership interactions

Commitment to high-quality results

Job description

Exponent is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in multiple locations including Irvine, CA. This senior professional will lead complex forensic investigations and consulting engagements involving design, construction, performance, deterioration, and failure of buildings, bridges, and other structural systems.

The role also includes business development, client relationship management, expert testimony, staff mentorship, and continued growth of