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Principal Geotechnical Engineer (MS/PhD)

Exponent

Bellevue, WA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Business Development, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Conferences, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Diversity, Engineering Consulting, Financial Projections, Geotechnical Engineering, Mentoring, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Structural Engineering, Sustainability, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Bellevue, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Principal Geotechnical Engineer (MS/PhD)


ID

2026-2303





Location

US-NY-New York


Practice

Civil and Structural Engineering


Position Type

Full-time


Posted Salary Range

USD $181,000.00 - USD $274,000.00 /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. 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 candidates for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice, located in New York, NY, Houston, TX, Bellevue, WA, Denver, CO, Chicago, IL, Natick, MA or Atlanta, GA. You will have a significant role in developing business and expanding the practice in this technical and geographic area.


You will be responsible for




Identifying, developing and securing new business opportunities and promoting Exponent through industry contacts
Significantly contributing to increasing Exponent's civil and geotechnical engineering consulting efforts
Providing strategic consulting and expert witness work
Bringing advanced and insightful solutions to clients in your recognized areas of expertise
Providing project management and project budget oversight
Developing and mentoring staff in both technical and business areas


You will have the following skills and qualifications




M.S. or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering plus a minimum of 15 years of post-graduation experience
Current licensed as a P.E. in at least one state with the ability to become licensed in multiple other states
Significant business development experience with a proven track record
Ability to attract projects to support full-time staff and to manage and develop a group of highly motivated individuals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
A record of professional papers and presentations and a proven record of dedication to quality and accuracy

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].


Life @ Exponent




To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:

https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

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. 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. 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 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 dependent on experience and capabilities, which will be assessed during the interview process.


Salary Range




USD $181,000.00 - USD $274,000.00 /Yr.


Benefits you will enjoy




Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:

https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.


Job Locations




US-NY-New York
US-TX-Houston
US-WA-Bellevue
US-CO-Denver
US-GA-Atlanta
US-FL-Tampa
US-IL-Chicago
US-MA-Natick

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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