Engineer/Associate - Buildings & Structures (Ph.D.)
ID: 2023-1286
Location: US-CA-Menlo Park
Practice: Civil and Structural Engineering
Position Type: Full-time
Posted Salary Range: USD $115,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /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. 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.
- 950+ Consultants
- 640+ Ph.D.s
- 90+ Disciplines
- 30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking an Engineer/Associate for our Buildings and Structures Practice in our Menlo Park, CA office. In this role, you will work as part of a team, perform tasks and execute projects related primarily to evaluation of building component and material failures, with particular emphasis on concrete and other cement-based materials. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of diverse and interesting civil engineering projects that will challenge your problem-solving skills and collaborate on projects with Exponent professionals practicing in other technical disciplines within the company.
You will be responsible for
- Conducting field inspections and determining the root causes of failures
- Conducting laboratory testing and analyses
- Gathering information and conveying complex technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business, and industry
You will have the following skills and qualifications
- Ph.D. in Civil/Structural Engineering with graduate level focus on concrete and cementitious materials
- Excellent and creative problem-solving ability
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as lead and work in multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong desire to work in a fast-paced consulting environment
- Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending).
Life @ Exponent
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Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team 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.
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. 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. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules.
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 includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonuses, and 401(k) employer contributions.
Salary Range
USD $115,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /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-CA-Menlo Park
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