Structural Engineer/Sr. Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent

Oakland (CA)

On-site

USD 117,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer contribution of 7%
Annual and bi-weekly bonuses
Flexible work styles for work/life balance

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Structural Engineer/Associate for its Civil & Structural Engineering Practice, located in Oakland, CA. This full-time role requires a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural focus. Responsibilities include analyzing structural performance failures and preparing technical reports. Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication are essential. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation to solve complex engineering challenges and grow your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Structural focus) or related field
  • P.E. or S.E. license or ability to obtain
  • Excellent creative problem-solving ability
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and lead multidisciplinary teams
  • Ability to convey technical conclusions to engineering and business individuals

Responsibilities

  • Inspect and analyze structural performance failures
  • Perform quantitative risk analysis for structures
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations
  • Establish professional expertise through continuous professional development

Skills

Creative problem-solving
Verbal communication
Written communication
Teamwork

Education

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus

Job description

Overview

Structural Engineer/Sr. Engineer (Ph.D.)

Location: US-NY-New York

Practice: Civil and Structural Engineering

Position Type: Full-time

Posted Salary Range: USD $117,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /Yr.

Workplace Type: On-Site

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. Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower 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 Structural Engineer/Associate for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Atlanta, GA; Menlo Park, CA; Irvine, CA; Oakland, CA; Denver, CO; Warrenville, IL; Houston, TX; or New York, NY. In this role, you will work as part of a team conducting analytical and computer problem-solving, performing experimental field investigations and diagnostic surveys, and maintaining client relations.

You will be responsible for:

  • Inspection, analysis and determination of root causes of structural performance failures
  • Performing quantitative risk analysis for structures
  • Preparing technical reports and presentations
  • Establishing professional expertise through continued professional development

You will have the following skills and qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus, or related field
  • P.E. or S.E. license or the ability to become licensed
  • 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

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending). (No page limit specified.)

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

Exponent is an 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

Work Environment

In-person collaboration is valued; consultants engage in-person in the office unless traveling for client work or other business activities. We support work/life balance and allow flexible, agile work styles to meet client needs and personal priorities.

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Compensation

Exponent’s total compensation plan 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 $117,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits

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

Exponent is an 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 HR-Accommodations@exponent.com

Job Locations

US-NY-New York
US-CA-Irvine
US-CO-Denver
US-TX-Houston
US-CA-Oakland
US-IL-Warrenville
US-GA-Atlanta
US-WA-Bellevue
US-CA-Menlo Park

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