Senior Structural Engineer

About the role

Amentum's Advanced Solutions Group, which designs, builds and operates complex research and development facilities for the nuclear, automotive, motorsports, defense and aerospace industries, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer. The engineer leads and manages structural projects within a multi-discipline team, ensuring client satisfaction and delivery within scope, budget and schedule. The position is open to candidates based in Tullahoma, TN; Farmington Hills, MI or Greenville, SC.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage other structural engineers and drafters through project planning, execution and construction.
• Provide complete design solutions from concept to final design and construction.
• Apply design loading using applicable building and design codes.
• Analyze structures by hand and with finite element analysis (STAAD and/or ANSYS preferred).
• Develop design calculation packages covering static, dynamic, blast, vibration and thermal stresses.
• Oversee the development of 3D models and 2D construction drawings.
• Develop construction bid packages with calculations, specifications and drawings.
• Review subcontractor submittals, RFIs and shop drawings, and inspect fabricator shops and construction sites.
• Provide leadership to junior engineers and coordinate design solutions with clients and other disciplines, including presentations, reports, design reviews and training.
• Assist with project planning, cost estimating, proposals, project management and marketing.

Required profile

• US citizenship required for government customer requirements and regulations.
• BS or MS degree in Civil, Structural or related engineering.
• At least 10 years of experience designing and analyzing structural systems.
• Experience with steel, concrete and masonry, with an emphasis on seismic design.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to lead a small team on small and large projects.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in finite element modeling with STAAD and/or ANSYS or equivalent.
• Proficiency with building codes such as IBC, AISC, ACI and ASCE.
• Preferred: PE license, SE license, experience with ANSYS and the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, and experience with dynamic loading, blast loading and UFC Codes.

What we offer

• Salary range of $150,000-$175,000.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, parental leave and educational reimbursement.
• Employee stock purchase plan, tax-saving options, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance.