Senior Architect/Architectural Engineer (M.S./Ph.D
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Environmental Engineer, Systems Engineer
Senior Architect Or Architectural Engineer
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 Senior Architect or Architectural Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Menlo Park, CA;
Los Angeles, CA;
Irvine, CA;
Seattle, WA; or Denver, CO. In this role, you will work as part of a team to help lead and further grow our engineering/architectural consulting services regionally and will be a key member of our national practice.
- Inspection, analysis, and determination of root causes of building envelope and building material failures.
- Conducting analytical and computer problem solving
- Performing field investigations and diagnostic surveys
- Preparing technical reports and presentations
- Marketing to new and existing clients
- Successfully managing projects
- Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering or Architecture and at least 2-3 years of consulting experience related to buildings, or a M.S. in Architectural Engineering or Architecture and at least 6 years of consulting experience related to buildings
- Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.
- Professional license in Engineering (PE) or Architecture (AIA)
- Must possess strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to synthesize technical information and present it to specialists and non-specialists alike
- Clear written communication and technical writing skills are required
- Must have a proven dedication to quality and accuracy
- Must be versatile, team-oriented, willing to work overtime and travel when required
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].
Life @ ExponentTo learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.
Work EnvironmentAt Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.
We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand…
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