Senior Structural Engineer - Forensics & Leadership

Exponent; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 234,000 - 284,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

401(k) with company match

Career development

Job summary

Exponent seeks a Principal Structural Engineer to lead complex forensic investigations and provide expert assessments on buildings, bridges, and other structures. You will serve as a senior technical authority, guide staff, mentor teams, and support business development and client relationships.

The role includes expert testimony, staff mentorship, and expanding Exponent's civil and structural engineering capabilities across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• PE or SE license required or expected.
• Minimum 10 years post-graduation engineering experience.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Strong professional reputation with publications or achievements.
• Proven business development ability and established client base.
• Experience providing expert testimony is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Commitment 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 world-class expertise.
• Providing expert testimony.

Skills

P.E. license

Structural Eng.

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

MS/PhD in Civil Engineering

Job description

Exponent seeks a Principal Structural Engineer to lead complex forensic investigations and provide expert assessments on buildings, bridges, and other structures. You will serve as a senior technical authority, guide staff, mentor teams, and support business development and client relationships.

The role includes expert testimony, staff mentorship, and expanding Exponent's civil and structural engineering capabilities across multiple locations.