Culture

Where Continuous Growth Advances Breakthrough Thinking

Our People Are the Constant in Every Equation

At Exponent, our people are what set us apart: a global team of world-class engineers and scientists driven by the pursuit of excellence and lifelong learning — and brought together by a culture rooted in fairness and trust. Together, we take on some of the world's toughest problems and turn them into opportunities for innovation, impact, and growth.

Diverse Disciplines, Diverse Perspectives

Jessica Vargas, Ph.D.

"The wealth of knowledge and depth of expertise of my peers continually surprises me. And it's so important, because addressing every problem is a team effort." 

Jessica Vargas, Ph.D.

"The wealth of knowledge and depth of expertise of my peers continually surprises me. And it's so important, because addressing every problem is a team effort." 

Naomi Clayman, Ph.D.

"I'm collaborating daily with people from different backgrounds, cultures, and countries, working through problems on consumer electronics, medical devices, and more."

Naomi Clayman, Ph.D.

"I'm collaborating daily with people from different backgrounds, cultures, and countries, working through problems on consumer electronics, medical devices, and more."

Harri Kytomaa, Ph.D., P.E., CFEI, FASME

"Engineers considering Exponent need to know that here, they can move the needle on important questions in society."

Harri Kytömaa, Ph.D., P.E., CFEI, FASME

"Engineers considering Exponent need to know that here, they can move the needle on important questions in society."

Aimon Iftikhar, Ph.D.

"Every day I see firsthand how our work has an impact on the quality of life and general wellbeing of people around us."

Aimon Iftikhar, Ph.D.

"Every day I see firsthand how our work has an impact on the quality of life and general wellbeing of people around us."

David Dore Headshot

"There's freedom for consultants to work on an array of projects and form unique collaborations, especially junior consultants."

David Dore, Pharm.D., Ph.D.

"There's freedom for consultants to work on an array of projects and form unique collaborations, especially junior consultants."

Jermaine Marshall, Ph.D.

"The different types of work you can play with varies, and I think that helps expand your skill sets greatly compared to other companies."

Jermaine Marshall, Ph.D.

"The different types of work you can play with varies, and I think that helps expand your skill sets greatly compared to other companies."

Maureen Reitman, Sc.D., F.S.P.E., P.E.

"I attribute my success to strong mentors who helped me learn how to transition from an individual contributor to a more effective team leader."

Maureen T.F. Reitman, Sc.D., F.S.P.E., P.E.

"I attribute my success to strong mentors who helped me learn how to transition from an individual contributor to a more effective team leader."

Brian Shen, Ph.D.

"It's one thing to work on theoretical projects in a graduate research lab, but quite another to see practical, real-world applications — and to be supported by great colleagues and mentors on that journey."

Brian Shen, Ph.D.

"It's one thing to work on theoretical projects in a graduate research lab, but quite another to see practical, real-world applications — and to be supported by great colleagues and mentors on that journey."

Our Values

The challenges facing industry and society are increasingly complex, demanding expertise that never stops evolving. At Exponent, our values are rooted in a commitment to continuous growth and multidisciplinary collaboration, enabling rewarding career journeys that keep expanding our impact — as individuals and as a firm.

Excellence

Excellence

For us, there's no halfway. Helping our clients and our communities means getting it unequivocally right. That's why we're fiercely committed to quality and excellence in everyone we hire and everything we do.
Objectivity

Objectivity

Our objectivity and integrity underpin the trust in our research, analysis, findings, and recommendations. It's fundamental to the best science and engineering, and it's why our work is rigorously grounded in the evidence and the facts.
Collaborative Diversity

Collaborative Diversity

If we've learned one thing from nearly 60 years of solving engineering and scientific challenges, it's this: A diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, experience, and approaches empowers our collaborative teams and amplifies our breakthrough insights.
Respect & Care

Respect & Care

We question with purpose, listen with care, say what we think, and recognize good work. We firmly believe that respect is fundamental to working together to solve our toughest challenges.
Making a Difference

Making a Difference

Some call it impact. We think of it as helping our colleagues and our clients make meaningful and enduring advances in their professions, their missions, and their communities.
Service & Responsibility

Service & Responsibility

These values form the foundation of our daily conduct: client service; service to our professions and communities; commitment to the advancement of science; and a front-and-center responsibility to our colleagues and our clients to get it done and get it done right.
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Advancing Our Mission

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Advisory Committee

Comprised of consultants and corporate staff, Exponent's DEI Committee engages directly with senior leadership to continually evolve the unrivaled environment that enables our exceptional people to do their best work.  

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Life at Exponent

Remarkable People. Incredible Impact.

From our inclusive culture and flexible work style to our work on the world's most formidable engineering and scientific challenges, life at Exponent offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for growth and meaningful contribution.

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Find Your People

Employee Networks

Shared experiences are the driving force behind Exponent's Employee Networks. With nearly a dozen groups (and counting), our networks bring staff together through cultural, professional, and personal connections.

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Paying It Forward

Supporting Students

We're committed to empowering the next generation of STEM innovators through science and engineering scholarships and fellowships at top-tier universities.