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Exponent's Structural Engineer roles sit at the intersection of forensic analysis, failure investigation, and expert testimony, drawing on deep technical specialization rather than project delivery. Exponent has a track record of sponsoring international engineers across multiple visa types, making it a realistic target for qualified candidates.
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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 or Warrenville, IL. We are looking for experienced consultants to help lead and further expand our Structural 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./Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
- Significant business development experience with a proven track record
- Licensure as a Structural Engineer (SE) in the State of Illinois
- 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 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
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 Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, 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 $175,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits you will enjoy
Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
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.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations
US-IL-Chicago
US-IL-Warrenville
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 or Warrenville, IL. We are looking for experienced consultants to help lead and further expand our Structural 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./Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
- Significant business development experience with a proven track record
- Licensure as a Structural Engineer (SE) in the State of Illinois
- 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 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
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 Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, 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 $175,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits you will enjoy
Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
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.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations
US-IL-Chicago
US-IL-Warrenville
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Frame your credentials around failure analysis
Exponent's structural work centers on forensic investigation and litigation support, not construction management. Tailor your resume to highlight root cause analysis, materials testing, and report writing rather than project delivery milestones.
Target practice groups that match your discipline
Exponent organizes hiring by technical practice area. Structural Engineers typically slot into the Mechanical or Civil Engineering groups. Applying directly to the relevant practice increases your odds of reaching a hiring manager who understands specialty occupation criteria for your role.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Exponent's open roles
Structural Engineer openings at consulting firms like Exponent are posted inconsistently across job boards. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Exponent roles that include visa sponsorship, so you're only spending time on positions where sponsorship is confirmed.
Get your PE license status sorted before interviews
Many of Exponent's structural litigation projects require or strongly prefer a Professional Engineer license. If you're on an F-1 or H-1B, confirm whether your state board accepts international transcripts, since delays in PE eligibility can complicate the specialty occupation argument USCIS evaluates during H-1B adjudication.
Ask the recruiter about LCA filing timing at offer stage
Once Exponent extends an offer, your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. Confirm the expected filing timeline with your recruiter early, especially if your current work authorization has a hard expiration date.
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Does Exponent sponsor H-1B visas for Structural Engineers?
Yes, Exponent sponsors H-1B visas for Structural Engineers. The role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation given the degree requirements in civil or structural engineering. Your employer will need to file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL and submit an H-1B petition to USCIS. If you're subject to the annual cap, timing your application to the April filing window is essential.
How do I apply for Structural Engineer jobs at Exponent?
Applications go through Exponent's careers portal, where roles are organized by technical practice area. Structural Engineer positions typically appear under Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering practice groups. Browse current openings filtered by sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate to identify which roles are actively accepting international candidates before you apply.
Which visa types does Exponent commonly use for Structural Engineer roles?
Exponent sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and TN visas for engineering roles. F-1 OPT is common for recent graduates entering the firm, with STEM OPT extensions available given the technical nature of structural consulting work. TN visas apply to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering categories. H-1B remains the primary long-term sponsorship path.
What qualifications does Exponent expect for Structural Engineer candidates?
Exponent's structural roles lean heavily on forensic and analytical work, so a graduate degree in civil or structural engineering is common, particularly for roles involving expert witness support or failure investigation. Hands-on experience with finite element analysis, materials behavior, or construction defect cases strengthens your profile significantly. A Professional Engineer license is preferred for senior-level positions.
How long does the sponsorship process take for a Structural Engineer at Exponent?
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT to H-1B, the process runs on USCIS's annual cap cycle, with petitions filed in April for an October 1 start date. Premium processing through USCIS can reduce the adjudication window to roughly 15 business days. Factor in DOL Labor Condition Application processing, which typically takes seven business days, before the H-1B petition can be filed.
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