Principal Structural or Architectural Engineer; MS​/PhD

Position: Principal Structural or Architectural Engineer (MS/PhD)
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 Principal Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in the Washington, DC metro area or Natick, MA. 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.

You will be responsible for

Lead business generation and client development efforts

Inspection, analysis, and determination of root causes of structural/building envelope performance failures

Conducting projects and supervising others analytical and computer problem solving

Leading field investigations and diagnostic surveys

Preparing and presenting technical reports and complicated engineering assessments

Continued professional development towards maintaining professional expertise

Providing expert testimony where appropriate

You will have the following skills and qualifications

M.S. or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field

Significant business development experience with a proven track record

Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) in at least one state

Ability to attract projects to support full-time staff and to manage and develop a group of highly motivated individuals

Minimum of 10 years of experience in technical engineering and project management post-graduation

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

Experience in architectural engineering and building technology is a plus, but not required

Experience drafting/reviewing analysis, reports, and presentations

Effective leadership skills with the ability to positively interact with professionals, technical staff, and administrative staff

Outstanding professional reputation and a record of publications

Strong client base in similar market areasA dedication to quality and accuracy

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in…