Lead Structural Engineer: Seismic & FEA, Multi‑Project

Amentum company; Greenville, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join its Advanced Solutions Group. You will lead and manage structural projects, applying code-based design, FE analysis, and multi-discipline collaboration across challenging facilities in defense and energy sectors.

Based in a U.S. office (TN/MI/SC) with occasional field work and travel, you will mentor junior engineers, develop design packages, and ensure on-budget, on-schedule delivery. A strong SE/PE background is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS or MS Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related engineering field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the design and analysis of structural systems.
• Design experience with steel, concrete, and masonry with an emphasis on seismic design.
• Proficient in finite element modeling (STAAD and/or ANSYS software or equivalent).
• Proficient in the use of building codes such as IBC, AISC, ACI, and ASCE.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage other structural engineers and drafters through all phases of project planning, execution, and construction.
• Provide complete design solutions from concept to final design and construction.
• Apply design loading to structures utilizing applicable building codes and design codes.
• Design and analyze structures to meet project specific and code requirements utilizing both hand and finite element analysis (STAAD and/or ANSYS preferred).
• Develop engineering design calculation packages, which may include static, dynamic, blast, vibration, and thermal stresses, utilizing both hand analysis and finite element analysis.
• Oversee designer/drafters in the development of 3D models and 2D construction drawings.
• Develop construction bid packages which typically include calculations, specifications, and drawings.
• Perform post design activities which may include review of subcontractor submittals, RFI’s, and shop drawings. Perform site inspections at fabricators shops and construction sites to ensure facility is construction to contract documents.
• Provide leadership for junior engineers and drafter/designers.
• Coordinate and communicate design solutions with clients and other engineering disciplines – including presentations, reports, studies, design review meetings, and training.
• Assist with project planning, cost estimating, proposals, project management, and marketing.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplined team to meet project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Finite element analysis

STAAD

ANSYS

Structural design

Team coordination

Education

BS or MS in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD

ANSYS

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join its Advanced Solutions Group. You will lead and manage structural projects, applying code-based design, FE analysis, and multi-discipline collaboration across challenging facilities in defense and energy sectors.

Based in a U.S. office (TN/MI/SC) with occasional field work and travel, you will mentor junior engineers, develop design packages, and ensure on-budget, on-schedule delivery. A strong SE/PE background is preferred.