Structural Engineer - Seismic Specialist

Location: Oak Ridge, TN (with occasional travel)

Join a team at the forefront of nuclear innovation. We’re seeking a Seismic Specialist Structural Engineer with seismic expertise to help design and analyze the next generation of nuclear infrastructure. This role is ideal for engineers who thrive on solving complex problems and want to make a tangible impact on national energy and safety initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as a subject matter expert in structural and seismic analysis for commercial, industrial, and nuclear facilities.
• Apply advanced techniques including Soil-Structure Interaction (SSI), seismic code interpretation, and specialized structural design tools.
• Contribute to a diverse range of projects-from commercial buildings to nuclear material facilities and Small Modular Reactor (SMR) designs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, resilient, and innovative engineering solutions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Deep technical knowledge in structural engineering and seismic analysis.
• Experience with nuclear facility design is a strong plus.
• Ability to work independently and lead technical efforts on high-impact projects.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a mission-driven organization building infrastructure that supports communities and national progress.
• Work on cutting-edge nuclear projects with real-world impact.
• Enjoy a dynamic work environment in Oak Ridge, TN, with opportunities for professional growth and travel.

About Amentum Nuclear Programs & Consulting:

We are a Tier 1 service provider to the U.S. Department of Energy, delivering safe and innovative solutions at complex nuclear cleanup and production sites. Our services span program management, decommissioning, environmental remediation, waste and nuclear material management, nuclear operations, consulting, and engineering and construction.

• Sole US citizenship required
• B.S. in Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school
• 15+ years of post education experience
• A PE or SE is required with ability to obtain a new state license as required.
• Perform Engineer of Record duties as assigned.
• Ability to perform advanced linear analysis, non-linear structural analysis, soil structure interaction analysis and generate requisite data such as floor response spectra. Provide evidence of performing analysis for at least one project.
• Be subject matter expert with steel, concrete, and masonry with emphasis on seismic design
• Experience implementing local and national code such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC N690, ACI 349, ASCE 4, ASCE 43, DOE-STD-1020, NRC, etc.
• Ability to follow and implement established NQA-1 quality procedures and ensures that all work accomplished is procedurally compliant
• Subject Matter Expert in use of finite element software such as STAAD.pro, SAP2000, SASSI, or ANSYS
• Be software owner and perform validation and verification tasks for design software
• Competence using Microsoft Office software

Preferred qualifications:

• Nuclear Code Committee voting member in ASCE 4, ASCE 43, AISC N690, ACI 349 (or equivalent)
• Competent using Revit, AutoCAD, or MicroStation software
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• DOE Q clearance
• DOE and NRC experience
• Reside within a commutable distance from our Oak Ridge, TN office

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.

At Amentum, 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. From our competitive benefits program to our Health and Safety initiative of Beyond Zero workplace injuries, we believe that you'll find a flourishing career here at Amentum.

Equipment and Machines: Standard office PC, with software will be provided

Travel required - As needed

Attendance: Ability to work in the Oak Ridge office is required

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 a 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.