Specialty Mechanical Engineer Mid (Hybrid/Remote)

Amentum•Oak Ridge, TN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions, supporting critical missions across defense, intelligence, energy, and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage, driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities. We are currently seeking a Specialty Mechanical Engineer Mid to support our Nuclear Projects – Oak Ridge Group. Amentum Nuclear Projects is a Tier 1 service provider to the U.S. Department of Energy, we deliver safe and innovative solutions at complex nuclear cleanup and production sites. Our services include program management, decommissioning, environmental remediation, waste and nuclear material management, nuclear operations, consulting, and engineering and construction. We’re looking for a Specialty Mechanical Equipment Engineer knowledgeable in specialty machinery design. Ideal candidate would have between 5 and 15 years of experience and be competent using discipline-specific technical software such as: SOLIDWORKS, Creo, ANSYS and other CAD/CAE software packages. The work will be performed in Oak Ridge, TN with potentially some travel. Join us and love what you do. Focus on tackling the toughest challenges with a smile as you support the development of life changing infrastructure that improves communities across the United States. If you’re up for the challenge, we’ve been looking for someone just like you. Join our team and help us lay the foundation for human progress.

Requirements

10 or more years of experience
B.S. Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school.
Knowledge and experience with specialized mechanical equipment.
Experience with management of scope, schedule, and budget of individual projects.
Ability to follow established Amentum’s quality procedures and ensures that all work accomplished under their control is accomplished under established quality procedures.
Experience working within a quality system based on ISO 9000 or NQA-1
Knowledge of machine design, selection of machine elements (bearings, seals, etc.) and machine controls (hydraulic, electrical, etc.)
Competent using discipline-specific technical software such as: SOLIDWORKS, Creo, ANSYS, etc.
Competent using Microsoft Office software.
US citizen required.

Nice To Haves

Ideal candidate would have between 5 and 15 years of experience
Master’s degree is a plus
DOE Q clearance is preferred but not required
A person residing a commutable distance from our Oak Ridge, TN office

Responsibilities

Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting.
Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc.
Longest distance carried of 50 feet.
Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation.
Right and/or left hands utilized.
Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same.
No foot controls necessary.
Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.
Ability to work in the Oak Ridge office is required
U.S. Citizenship required.
Valid driver's license is required.
Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Must take and pass a pre-employment drug and background check.