Principal Structural 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. 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.

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Principal Structural Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Chicago or Warrenville, IL. We are looking for experienced consultants to help lead and further expand our Structural Engineering consulting efforts, as well as contribute to the continued growth of our practice.

Key Statistics

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

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to lead analytical and computer problem-solving
• Perform experimental field investigations and diagnostic surveys
• Develop and maintain client relations
• Absorb information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and industry
• Lead business generation and client development efforts
• Inspect, analyze, and determine root causes of structural/building envelope performance failures
• Conduct projects and supervise others analytical and computer problem solving
• Lead field investigations and diagnostic surveys
• Prepare and present technical reports and complicated engineering assessments
• Continued professional development towards maintaining professional expertise
• Provide expert testimony where appropriate

Qualifications

• M.S./Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
• Significant business development experience with a proven track record
• Licensure as a Structural Engineer (SE) in the State of Illinois
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in technical engineering and project management post-graduation
• Experience providing expert testimony in a dispute resolution setting
• 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 areas
• A dedication to quality and accuracy

Benefits

• Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page
• Equal opportunity employer
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Competitive salary range: USD $175,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr.
• 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary