Structural Engineer/Associate (Ph.D.)
exponentBrooklyn (NY)
Structural Engineer/Associate (Ph.D.)
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exponentBrooklyn (NY)
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About the role
Overview:
In this role you will contribute to forensic investigations and consulting on the design, construction, performance, and deterioration of buildings and structural systems. You’ll work within a civil/structural practice to perform field investigations, model structural behavior under extreme loads, and prepare technical reports for clients and stakeholders. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to solve complex problems and advance clients’ safety and resilience goals. This is an opportunity to apply advanced analysis to real-world failures and contribute to meaningful, high-impact projects. Compensation / Benefits mentoring and sponsorship health and well-being programs competitive benefits 401(k) employer contribution of 7% career growth opportunities
Responsibilities:
Conduct field investigations and site inspections to document conditions and assess structural performance Analyze root causes of damage or failure related to extreme events and long-term service conditions Model structural behavior, assess load paths, capacity, durability, and code compliance Develop and apply analytical tools and frameworks to characterize risks and failure mechanisms Prepare clear, technically rigorous reports and communicate findings to diverse audiences Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering problems Support proposals and client relationships; contribute to business development Maintain and grow professional expertise through publications, conferences, and licensure
Key requirements:
Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus P.E. or S.E. license or ability to become licensed within 4 years Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship Excellent problem-solving abilities Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently and in multi-disciplinary teams CV submission with publications (including in-review or pending) problem-solving communication teamwork field investigations structural modeling and analysis engineering calculations
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