Senior Structural Designer

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions, supporting critical missions across defense, intelligence, energy, and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage, driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities. We are currently seeking a Senior Structural Designer to support our Oak Ridge, TN office.

We are looking for a Senior Structural Designer to participate in the design process, assist in developing BIM models, design drawings, and construction documents for structures made of steel, concrete, and masonry. You will be able to participate and focus on new design challenges, expanding career skills while supporting the development of life changing infrastructure that improves communities all over the United States.

Qualifications

Sole US citizenship required (to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations)

12+ years of industrial, commercial, and/or nuclear projects experience

Ability to follow and implement established quality procedures and ensure that all work accomplished is procedurally compliant

Competence using Microsoft Office software

Ability to learn new software as necessary for project success

Comfort working in fast-paced environment where requirements may evolve throughout projects

Experience using Revit and/or Tekla for BIM modeling and drawing production

Working knowledge of industry design standards (AISC, ACI, IBC, etc.)

Ability to resolve interdisciplinary model clashes at a basic level.

Experience in detailing steel and concrete drawings.

Ability to interpret engineering calculations

Use of 3D model coordination (i.e. Navisworks)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation software

Background in project sectors such as Oil and Gas, Power Generation, Chemical Plants or Manufacturing Facilities

Knowledge of connection design and fabrication drawing creation

Mentoring and staff development for early career and mid-career staff

Leading team of designers to project completion and delivery

Able to implement design changes due to constructability

Able to interpret structural analysis software outputs

Work Location

This position is designed to support either in-office or remote work, with a strong preference for the successful candidate to work from Amentum's office in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Employees who reside within 50 miles of Oak Ridge will be expected to work from the Oak Ridge office. Employees who live more than 50 miles away are eligible for a remote work arrangement; however, remote employees must travel to the Oak Ridge office on a quarterly basis. Those working remotely are required to maintain a company-approved secure workspace that meets all client security requirements and is located within the United States. This U.S.-based secure work location requirement applies to all projects associated with the position.

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 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.

Compensation Details:

$40.39/HR - $60.58/HR

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:

08/20/2026 - 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 .