Plant Designer Jr.

Amentum•Oak Ridge, TN

1d•$30 - $45

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Plant Designer to support its Oak Ridge, Tennessee office. The role participates in the design process, assisting with design calculations using standard and advanced analysis techniques, including FEA software, and developing design drawings and construction specifications for steel, concrete, and masonry structures. The position offers opportunities to take on new design challenges while supporting infrastructure projects across the United States. The designer develops piping systems and equipment layouts using SmartPlant 3D or similar BIM tools, produces general equipment arrangement deliverables, and supports coordination across piping, structural, and civil engineering. The role includes managing model outputs for material lists and reports, helping resolve interferences, and ensuring integration with other BIM tools such as Intelligent Schematics. It also involves working with Piping Engineering on pipe specifications and stress-analysis support locations, and with Structural Engineering on pipe-support designs. The position may be performed in-office or remotely, with a strong preference for the Oak Ridge office. Employees residing within 50 miles of Oak Ridge are expected to work there. Employees living farther away may work remotely but must travel to the Oak Ridge office quarterly and maintain a company-approved secure workspace in the United States that meets client security requirements. Occasional travel and work near construction equipment and field conditions are expected.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher.
1–5 years of experience using BIM tools for plant design.
Chemical process industrial mechanical/piping design experience.
U.S. citizenship.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work in a team atmosphere and demonstrate professional behavior that promotes productivity, teamwork, and cooperation.
Must take and pass pre-employment drug and background checks.

Nice To Haves

Nuclear piping design experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in the design process and assist with design calculations using standard and advanced analysis techniques, including FEA software.
Develop design drawings and construction specifications for steel, concrete, and masonry structures.
Develop piping systems and equipment layouts using SmartPlant 3D or similar BIM design tools.
Develop general equipment arrangement deliverables.
Assist with understanding and tracking schedules and budgets for the Plant Design and Piping Team.
Help resolve interferences and develop resolutions.
Ensure proper integration with other BIM tools, including Intelligent Schematics.
Work with Piping Engineering on pipe specifications and stress-analysis support locations.
Work with Structural Engineering on pipe-support designs.
Manage model outputs for material lists and reports.
Work with Civil Engineering on underground interface connections.