Senior Principal Structural & Architectural Engineer
Exponent
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Alexandria, VA · Posted November 1, 2026
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November 2026
- #1Best all-round cities for new graduates in the Mid-Atlantic69 / 100 · of 37
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About the job
...Exponent, a premier engineering and scientific consulting firm, is seeking a Principal Engineer for Civil & Structural Engineering in the Washington, DC metro area or Natick, MA. You will lead analytical and field investigations, develop client relationships, and guide...