Mechancial Process Engineer

Amentum•Tullahoma, TN

22d•$100,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is hiring a Mechanical Process Engineer for its Advanced Solutions Group, with candidates based in Tullahoma, Tennessee; Farmington Hills, Michigan; or Greenville, South Carolina. The group designs, constructs, and operates complex research and development facilities serving nuclear, automotive, motorsports, defense, and aerospace industries. The engineer will develop process and mechanical systems for research and test facilities, working both independently and with multidisciplinary teams under the direction of a Senior Engineer. The role includes design and engineering analysis, project coordination, installation support, client engagement, and contributions to proposals and marketing activities. Work will mainly take place in an office. Field work may involve climbing test stands and working around machinery. Travel may be required for design reviews, factory acceptance testing, construction support, and onsite startup and commissioning. The listed compensation range is $100,000–$115,000.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations.
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program.
At least 5 years of engineering experience, or 2–3 years of engineering experience with a Master of Science degree from an accredited engineering school.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with common process piping systems.
Strong mechanical and process engineering analytical skills.
Excellent oral and written communication, technical problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Self-motivated and team-oriented approach, high ethical standards, and commitment to self-development and teamwork.
Experience managing project scope, schedules, and budgets.
Design experience, including layout and development of process drawings and specifications.
Knowledge of ASME B31.1 and B31.3 and the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
Knowledge of thermodynamics, compressible and incompressible fluid flow, thermal sciences, and process systems.

Nice To Haves

PE license or FE/EIT certification.
Prior design experience with process systems.
Experience in the design and/or maintenance of mechanical process systems.
Experience with AutoCAD, AutoPipe, Caesar II, Mathcad, Creo, and AFT.
Previous DOE nuclear, DoD, NASA, or test facility experience.

Responsibilities

Design process and mechanical systems, including high-pressure cryogenic and pneumatic piping, high-temperature and steam systems, refrigeration, vacuum and fuel systems, and specialty HVAC systems and components.
Size and specify piping, ducting, related components, compressors, pumps, fans, valves, flow measurement equipment, and fluid conditioning equipment.
Prepare engineering calculations and specifications and oversee the creation of engineering drawings.
Gather information, interview stakeholders, conduct studies and calculations, and prepare rough layouts and sketches as needed.
Analyze work features, apply sound engineering principles and practices, and review assigned work for completeness, accuracy, and adequate documentation.
Under a Senior Engineer's direction, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate engineering work, including adapting or modifying techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Provide installation support and supervision, coordinating with suppliers, subcontractors, and other trades from the office and project sites.
Collaborate with structural, machine design, controls and instrumentation, and aerodynamics/fluid dynamics engineers.
Work on and lead project teams developing process-system designs for automotive and aerospace research and test facilities, taking ownership of assigned technical schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
Support the Project Manager and Senior Engineer with design efforts and help meet project budgets and schedules, both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Develop technical reports and presentations for project management and clients.
Participate in internal and external meetings and design reviews with team members and clients.
Participate in proposal development and support marketing activities.
Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining high-quality standards.