Senior Operating Engineer - Central Plant & Boilers

Amentum; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 109,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Lead Operating Engineer to ensure safe, efficient operation of Central Plant equipment and building systems. The Lead Engineer provides technical leadership and oversees engineering operations on site.

Requires active Secret clearance, DC 3rd Class boiler license, and at least five years in engineering services or related environments. Compensation ranges between $109,000 and $115,000 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance.
• DC 3rd Class Steam and Hot Water Heating Boiler Engineer License.
• Minimum of five years of experience in Engineering Services, facilities engineering, central plant operations, or related industrial/mechanical environments.
• Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining boilers, HVAC systems, and other complex building mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of applicable safety practices, regulations, and industry standards.
• Ability to diagnose equipment issues and perform complex repairs independently.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain all Central Plant equipment to ensure optimum performance and reliability.
• Act on behalf of the Chief Engineer during absences or as delegated.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of boilers, HVAC systems, pumps, generators, electrical distribution systems, and associated equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental requirements, and facility operating procedures.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Respond to equipment failures and emergency situations, diagnosing issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, maintenance records, and regulatory documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee work performed by contractors and vendors as required.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to engineering staff.
• Assist with planning and implementing facility improvement projects and equipment upgrades.
• Support mission-critical operations by ensuring continuous and efficient plant performance.

Skills

Secret security clearance

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

District of Columbia 3rd Class Steam and Hot Water Heating Boiler Engineer License

Tools

BAS

CMMS

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Lead Operating Engineer to ensure safe, efficient operation of Central Plant equipment and building systems. The Lead Engineer provides technical leadership and oversees engineering operations on site.

Requires active Secret clearance, DC 3rd Class boiler license, and at least five years in engineering services or related environments. Compensation ranges between $109,000 and $115,000 with comprehensive benefits.