Oak Ridge Mechanical Field Engineer - Construction QA

Y-12 National Security Complex; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Y-12 National Security Complex seeks a permanent, full‑time Field Engineer (Mechanical) for Oak Ridge, TN. The role provides construction site engineering support, interprets designs, and ensures work meets design specs.

Responsibilities include supervising construction activities, validating quantities, and coordinating with project managers and craft teams. A technical degree and relevant field experience are required, with DOE clearance anticipated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical engineering discipline is required.
• 4+ years of relevant field engineering experience for the lowest level; 7–10 years typical.
• DOE O 426.2A requirements or equivalent experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction site engineering resources and interpret designs.
• Adjust designs to site conditions, oversee inspections, and verify quantities.
• Support supervision, approve completed construction tasks, and ensure conformance to specs.
• Advise on methods, manage field changes, and coordinate with project managers and craft personnel.

Skills

Construction field engineering

Mechanical field work

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field

Master's degree (optional) in engineering or related field

Job description

Y-12 National Security Complex seeks a permanent, full‑time Field Engineer (Mechanical) for Oak Ridge, TN. The role provides construction site engineering support, interprets designs, and ensures work meets design specs.

Responsibilities include supervising construction activities, validating quantities, and coordinating with project managers and craft teams. A technical degree and relevant field experience are required, with DOE clearance anticipated.