Principal Structural Engineer (M.S./Ph.D.)

Principal Structural Engineer (M.S./Ph.D.) ID

2026-2569

Location US-IL-Chicago

Practice Civil and Structural Engineering

Position Type Full-time

Posted Salary Range USD $234,000.00 - USD $284,000.00 /Yr.

Workplace Type On-Site 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. 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 Structural Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Chicago, IL; Warrenville, IL; Houston, TX; Menlo Park, CA; Oakland, CA; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Seattle, WA; Bellevue, WA; Washington DC; Natick, MA; Philadelphia, PA, or Atlanta, GA. This senior professional will lead complex forensic investigations and consulting engagements involving design, construction, performance, deterioration, and failure of buildings, bridges, and other structural systems. The successful candidate will serve as a senior technical authority, providing objective, science- and engineering-based assessments of building failures and other structural performance-related concerns. The role also includes business development, client relationship management, expert testimony, staff mentorship, and continued growth of the firm's civil and structural engineering capabilities.

You will be responsible for

Inspection, analysis, and determination of root causes of structural performance failures Lead project teams and direct analytical and computer problem solving Develop clients and generate business Prepare and present technical reports Continued professional development towards demonstrating world-class... For full info follow application link.

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.