Projects Engineering Architect

Consolidated Nuclear Security; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Prescription drug plan

Vision plan

Dental plan

Employer matched 401(k)

Onsite gym

Onsite cafeterias

Job summary

Consolidated Nuclear Security is seeking an experienced Projects Engineering Architect to develop architectural design packages and lead planning efforts for industrial facilities.

The role requires deep knowledge of architectural systems, regulatory standards, and collaboration with engineers, contractors, and clients to deliver compliant designs and successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture from NAAB-accredited school; GPA 3.0 (Bachelor) / 3.3 (Master).
• Registered Architect or ability to obtain RA within 4 years.
• DOE O 426.2A experience requirements may apply; security clearance if needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality architectural design packages for Projects Engineering.
• Provide technical assessments, code reviews, and design reviews.
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and customers across disciplines.

Skills

Architectural design

Project planning

Regulatory standards

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Master of Architecture

Licensed Architect

Tools

MicroStation

CAD software

Job description

Requisition ID20319-Posted09/22/2026-Engineering- Level of Experience (3) -Travel - 30% or less- Job Location Options (1)

What You'll Do

As an projects engineering architect, the candidate will be responsible for developing high-quality architectural design packages and conceptual planning efforts for Projects Engineering. The candidate will also provide technical assessments, studies, programming, code reviews, MicroStation CAD work, oversight and review of outside AE designs, field work, preparation of equipment layouts and floor plans and equipment travel paths. The candidate will cooperatively work as a member of integrated project teams with the Project Engineer, other disciplines, outside contractors, construction forces, architecture engineering firms, customers and management.

The successful candidate must apply an understanding of technical principles, theories and concepts in architecture. Provide technical solutions to a wide range of problems through design and design reviews. Architecture and design work will primarily focus on industrial buildings, project planning and oversight, equipment installations, building modifications, and roofing maintenance packages. The employee will be required to comply with Government, Company and departmental policy, procedures and requirements. Duties also include developing and implementing improvements to the department processes and references.

This position requires self-motivation and skills in understanding and application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the architectural field. Working knowledge of other related engineering disciplines and how those disciplines interface with architectural systems is also required.

What You Can Expect

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
• Bachelor of Architecture degree from an NAAB accredited school. OR Master of Architecture degree from an NAAB accredited school.
• There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire.
  • 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor's degree.
  • 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA for Master's degree.
• Being a Registered Architect (RA) or the ability to become an RA within 4 years is required.

In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related scientific major 2 years job-related, and 1-year nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2A)

Preferred Job Requirements

• Knowledge of related engineering disciplines
• Knowledge of architectural systems, applications of architectural and construction methods and materials, and application of computers
• Knowledge of industry regulatory standards and design criteria pertinent to various engineering and architecture disciplines
• Skills in effective planning, writing, organization, communication, schedule compliance, and design management
• Computer-literate and have good working knowledge of software tools that support architectural design activities including computer-aided design
• Ability to prepare, read, and/or interpret complex engineering/architecture drawings
• Ability to conduct formal presentations to plant personnel and other interested parties
• Ability to review projects for technical accuracy
• Ability to present information clearly and effectively through the oral and written word

Why Y-12?

You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.

Notes

The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.

If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.

Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.

This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

This position may be categorized as a “designated position” identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.