Engineering Project Manager

Amentum; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is hiring an Engineering Project Manager based in Oak Ridge, TN to plan, direct, and coordinate engineering for complex design projects within nuclear operations and engineering. You will ensure milestones and budgets are met for federal and commercial clients.

The role requires 8+ years of design experience, a PE license (Tennessee), and strong communication. Occasional travel and on-site work are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of design experience with increasing responsibility.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills at all levels, internal and client organizations.
• PE license with ability to obtain a PE in Tennessee.
• BS degree in a related engineering design field.
• Experience in multi-discipline design projects.
• Management of large interdisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, coordinate engineering for assigned design projects to ensure goals are met within timeframes and funding parameters.
• Work on-site in Oak Ridge, TN with potential travel.
• Support development of life-changing infrastructure and collaborate with clients including DOE.

Skills

Communication skills

Design experience

Team leadership

Project management

Multi-discipline design

Education

BS degree in engineering design

PE licence (Tennessee)

Tools

BIM software

Job description

Amentum Nuclear Projectss is a Tier 1 service provider to the U.S. Department of Energy and Atomic Energy of Canada Limited, 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 an experienced and collaborative candidate who thrives when people are in sync and projects are running not just on time but within budget. Based in Oak Ridge, TN., you’ll be managing large and complex projects for clients from the commercial industries as well as federal agencies including the Department of Energy.

As the Engineering Project Manager you will plan, direct, coordinate engineering for assigned design projects to ensure client goals or objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters within nuclear operations and engineering. 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 lo

Qualifications - External

• This position requires a minimum of 8 years of design experience with increasing responsibility
• Must have strong verbal and written communications skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels both internally and within the client organization.
• PE license with ability to obtain a PE in Tennessee
• BS degree in a related engineering design field
• Experience in multi-discipline design projects
• Management of large interdisciplinary engineering teams
• USA Citizenship is required. No Dual citizens or visas for this role

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal candidate would have 12-16 years of experience
• Demonstrated experience in successful cost, schedule and contract management of engineering design projects
• Q clearance or eligibility to obtain a “Q”
• NQA-1 experience
• Previous experience working with teaming subcontractors to produce a consolidate design
• Previous DOE Nuclear project experience
• Current or former US security clearance
• Master’s in engineering preferred
• A person residing a commutable distance from our Oak Ridge, TN office

Essential Functions Work Environment

Equipment and Machines: Standard office PC, with software will be provided

Building Information Management design software

Attendance:

On-Site Security training is mandatory before performing project duties.

Timely response to resolve issues is expected.

Travel required – As needed

OTHER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 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.

Compensation Details

$120,000-$210,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

02/16/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.