Managing Geotechnical Engineer (Ph.D. or M.S.)

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. We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, and more sustainable world.

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Managing Geotechnical Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Bellevue, WA. In this role, you will work as part of a team responsible for developing and executing geotechnical engineering projects. This position will provide technically challenging work with excellent opportunities to grow within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Conducting analyses of geotechnical and civil engineering systems
• Evaluating construction claims related to ground conditions, earthwork, and earth structures (support of excavations, foundations, retaining walls, etc.)
• Preparing conceptual designs for the repair/restoration of geotechnical systems
• Performing peer reviews
• Leading project teams on the execution of project deliverables (field investigations, analyses, written and oral presentations of findings)
• Developing project work with new and existing clients

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering specializing in Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university with at least 5 years’ post-grad experience
• Alternatively, a M.S. in Civil Engineering specializing in Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university, plus at least 10 years’ post-grad experience, will be considered
• P.E. License in at least one state
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated success in independently developing and managing client relationships
• Attention to detail, dedication to quality and accuracy, desire to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proven track record of effective leadership skills
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals or conference proceedings or demonstrated leadership or activity in geotechnical professional societies
• Past record of excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

At Exponent, we offer 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. Our firm is committed to offering 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 that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities, which will be assessed during the interview process. Salary Range: USD $140,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.