Principal Structural or Architectural Engineer; MS​/PhD

Principal Structural or Architectural Engineer (MS/PhD)

Location:

Seattle, WA

Practice:
Civil and Structural Engineering

Position Type:
Full-time

Posted Salary Range: USD $ - USD $ /Yr.

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.

We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our 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!

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

We are currently seeking a Principal Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Seattle, WA
. We are looking for experienced consultants to help lead and further expand our Structural and Architectural Engineering consulting efforts, as well as contribute to the continued growth of our practice. In this role, you will work as part of a team to lead analytical and computer problem‑solving, perform experimental field investigations and diagnostic surveys, and develop and maintain client relations.

Assignments will require the ability to gather information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and industry.

• Lead business generation and client development efforts
• Developing a profitable and dynamic architectural engineering and building technology consulting practice based in Exponent's Seattle office serving the Pacific Northwest
• Identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities and promoting Exponent through typical business contacts
• Recruiting, developing and mentoring staff in the areas of architectural and structural engineering, failure analysis and investigation, and both domestic and international dispute resolution
• Promoting Exponent's expertise in architectural and structural engineering by meeting with potential clients, presenting at conferences and conducting seminars

• Master's degree or PhD in Civil, Architectural, or Structural Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of post‑graduation experience
• Professional Engineering License (or ability to obtain license within 12 months) in the State of Washington
• Effective leadership skills with the ability to positively interact with professionals, technical staff, and administrative staff
• An outstanding professional reputation with an existing client base
• Experience providing expert testimony in a dispute resolution setting
• Significant experience in construction claims, dispute resolution, and litigation services
• Proven business development and client management track record, and the ability to attract projects to support full‑time staff

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

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