Principal Structural or Architectural Engineer (MS/PhD)

Principal Structural or Architectural Engineer (MS/PhD)

ID: 2026-2301

Location: US-Washington, DC

Practice: Civil and Structural Engineering

Position Type: Full-time

Posted Salary Range: USD $181,000.00 - USD $284,000.00 /Yr.

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 areas
• A dedication to quality and accuracy

Life @ Exponent

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We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives 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 Environment

At 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.

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. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Compensation

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level and above, total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is depending on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Salary Range

USD $181,000.00 - USD $284,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits you will enjoy

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Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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Job Locations

• US-Washington, DC
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• US-MA-Natick