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: 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. Original Posting: 09/21/2026 - 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. 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 .

Requirements

Must-haves

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
Ideal candidate would have 15 years of experience
Primarily office-based work in a secure engineering environment
Occasional exposure to industrial facilities, which may include elevated noise levels, hazardous materials, or controlled areas
Site visits may be required
U.S. Citizenship required (no dual citizenship)
Valid driver s license is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Nice-to-haves

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
Amentum office location is preferred; hybrid or remote work may be available by prior agreement based on role and project requirements

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Platform: workday
Effort: long

Benefits

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Dental

Vision

401(K)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave