Early Career Structural Engineer

Job Description

About Our Nuclear Programs

Our Nuclear Programs is a Tier 1 service provider to the U.S. Department of Energy as well as commercial nuclear companies. We are dedicated to delivering safe and innovative solutions for complex challenges at nuclear cleanup, production, and power generation sites. Our comprehensive services encompass engineering, construction management, consulting, program management, decommissioning, environmental remediation, waste and nuclear material management, and nuclear operations.

Early Career Structural Engineer

We are seeking an Early Career Structural Engineer to join our team in Oak Ridge, TN. In this role, you will be a vital participant in the design process, contributing to the development of critical infrastructure that improves communities across the United States. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your career skills, focus on new design challenges, and contribute to life-changing projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing design calculations for structures.
• Contribute to the creation of design drawings for structural components.
• Help prepare construction specifications for structures made of steel, concrete, and masonry.
• Support the Oak Ridge, TN office on various projects.
• Learn and apply established quality procedures, ensuring all work is procedurally compliant.
• Utilize new software as necessary for successful project execution.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Sole US citizenship required (to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations).
• B.S. in Structural/Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school.
• 0-3+ years of post-education experience.
• Engineering in Training (EIT) certificate obtained or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to follow and implement established quality procedures and ensure that all work accomplished is procedurally compliant.
• Ability to learn new software as necessary for project success.
• Competence using Microsoft Office software.
• Reside within a commutable distance from our Oak Ridge, TN office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Revit, AutoCAD, or MicroStation software.

Work Location

This position will be worked full-time in Oak Ridge, TN.

Essential Functions

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

This role involves intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements are limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc., with a longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation, utilizing both right and/or left hands. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, as well as below the shoulder, for supplies. No foot controls are necessary.

Must be alert to equipment in the field. There will be occasional travel and 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.

Other Essential Functions:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• Must take and pass a pre-employment drug and background check.

Compensation Details

The estimated compensation range for this position is $70,000 – $95,000.

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

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• 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 Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Hiring Timeline

Original Posting: 03/31/2026 – Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum & Our Culture

We help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges. With positions at every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range of markets, and offices around the globe, we create an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Join our team and help us lay the foundation for human progress. Join us and love what you do!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.