Structural Engineer​/Associate; Infrastructure Risk; Ph.D

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

We are currently seeking a Structural Engineer / Associate (Infrastructure Risk) for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Atlanta, GA.

• Developing and implementing analytical tools and frameworks to characterize and assess critical infrastructure risks and support decision making
• Performing quantitative and probabilistic risk analysis to determine the impacts of hazards on infrastructure
• Performing engineering analyses related to project work in the energy sector
• Preparing technical reports and presentations related to project work in the energy sector

• Ph.D. in Civil/Structural Engineering
• EIT or PE (Civil) or the ability to obtain a Professional Engineer license within 3 years
• Technical background in probabilistic risk analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills (Writes clearly and concisely; writing is thorough and technically accurate; Speaks clearly and concisely)
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to gather information and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and related industry
• Applies technical knowledge, creativity and innovation in completing assignments
• Efficient and poised under stress; receptive to changes and new ideas; ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to support multiple group projects

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

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