Specialty Mechanical Engineer Sr. (Hybrid/Remote)

Amentum; Oak Ridge (TN); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum Nuclear Projects in Oak Ridge, TN seeks a Senior Specialty Mechanical Equipment Engineer with 15+ years of experience to lead design of specialty machinery. Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS, Creo, ANSYS, and MS Office is required, with a strong track record in managing scope, schedule, and budget within strict quality systems.

Travel to sites may be required. The role emphasizes mentoring engineers, communicating with management and clients, and ensuring adherence to established quality

Qualifications

• Requires 15+ years of experience in specialty mechanical equipment
• B.S. in Engineering from ABET-accredited program
• Knowledge of machine design, components, and controls
• Experience managing scope, schedule, and budget of projects
• Experience in ISO 9000 or NQA-1 quality systems
• US citizenship required
• DOE Q clearance preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis of specialty mechanical equipment
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers
• Ensure compliance with quality procedures and project requirements
• Coordinate with management and clients to communicate complex concepts
• Support multiple Nuclear Projects Oak Ridge initiatives

Skills

15+ years of experience

Mentoring engineers

Communication with management & client

Education

B.S. Engineering from ABET-accredited program

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

Creo

ANSYS

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently seeking a Specialty Mechanical Equipment Engineer to support our Nuclear Projects - Oak Ridge Group. The Senior Specialty Mechanical Equipment Engineer must be knowledgeable in specialty machinery design. The ideal candidate must have 15+ years of experience and be competent using discipline-specific technical software such as SOLIDWORKS, Creo, ANSYS and other CAD/CAE software packages. The work will be performed in Oak Ridge, TN with potentially some travel.

Amentum Nuclear Projects is a Tier 1 service provider to the U.S. Department of Energy; 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.

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 looking for someone just like you. Join our team and help us lay the foundation for human progress.

Qualifications

• 15 or more years of experience
• B.S. Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
• Knowledge and experience with specialized mechanical equipment
• Experience with management of scope, schedule, and budget of individual projects
• Ability to follow established Amentum's quality procedures and ensures that all work accomplished under their control is accomplished under established quality procedures
• Experience working within a quality system based on ISO 9000 or NQA-1
• Knowledge of machine design, selection of machine elements (bearings, seals, etc.) and machine controls (hydraulic, electrical, etc.)
• Mentoring specialty mechanical engineers and designers
• Communication of complex ideas to management and clients
• Creation and review of complex mechanical calculations
• Competent using discipline-specific technical software such as: SOLIDWORKS, Creo, ANSYS, etc.
• Competence using Microsoft Office software
• US citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal candidate would have 15+ years of experience
• Master's degree is a plus
• DOE Q clearance is preferred but not required
• A person residing a commutable distance from our Oak Ridge, TN office

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based work in a secure engineering environment
• Amentum office location is preferred; hybrid or remote work may be available by prior agreement based on role and project requirements
• Occasional exposure to industrial facilities, which may include elevated noise levels, hazardous materials, or controlled areas
• Site visits may be required

Essential Functions

• Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc. Longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. No foot controls necessary. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Compliance & Eligibility Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required (no dual citizenship)
• Valid driver's license is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Ability to pass pre-employment background investigation and drug screening
• Willingness to work overtime or outside normal hours as needed
• Professional appearance appropriate for a customer‑facing engineering environment
• Travel required: less than 10%

Compensation Details

• Compensation $110,000 - $160,000
• 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

• 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 Ag