Mechanical Process Engineer - Associate

Job Description Join our team turning abstract ideas into realities. Collaborate with industry experts to develop solutions to mission‑critical challenges such as NASA’s return to the moon, the DoD’s national security initiatives, international automotive manufacturers’ development of fuel‑efficient and electric vehicles, and the DoE’s energy research. We tackle challenges in emerging technologies, cyber, intelligence, space exploration, energy transformation, and resiliency to ensure national security. Our Group specializes in the design, construction, and operation of unique and complex research and development facilities, including wind tunnels, rocket test stands, climatic chambers, jet engine test cells, acoustic chambers, altitude test facilities, captive trajectory systems, and nuclear facilities. Recent clients include Audi, Boeing, BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Ford, Honda, General Motors, NASA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Department of Energy, Volkswagen and other clients worldwide. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Working on and leading project teams to develop new designs for process systems supporting automotive and aerospace research and test facilities. Taking ownership of the technical schedule and budget performance of the work assigned. Planning, scheduling, conducting and coordinating engineering work under the direction of a senior engineer. Analyzing features or work and applying sound engineering principles and practices. Reviewing results from assigned tasks and determining if results are complete, correct, and adequately documented. Developing technical reports and presentations for project management and clients. Formally checking the work of others for completeness. Working closely with structural, machine design, controls and instrumentation, and aerodynamics/fluid dynamics engineers. Sizing and specifying piping, ducting, compressors, pumps, fans, valves, flow measurement, and fluid conditioning equipment. Designing High‑pressure cryogenic and pneumatic piping systems High‑temperature systems including steam systems Refrigeration, vacuum, and fuel systems Specialty HVAC systems and components Working in a fast‑paced environment and under deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. Supporting the Project Manager and Senior Engineer in ongoing design efforts. Participating in internal and external meetings and design reviews with team members and clients. Gathering information, interviewing stakeholders, performing calculations, and preparing rough layouts and sketches as required. Providing installation support and supervision, working with suppliers, subcontractors, and other trades from the office and project sites. Creating engineering calculations and specifications and overseeing the creation of engineering drawings. Traveling at times to support design reviews, attend factory acceptance testing, provide support for construction activities and commissioning at job sites. Participating in proposal development and supporting marketing activities. Performing field work, including climbing on test stands and working around machinery. Working independently and as part of a multi‑disciplined team to meet project budgets and schedules. Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and/or Skill Requirements B.S. Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited engineering school. Minimum 5 years of engineering experience or 2–3 years of engineering experience with a MS degree from an accredited engineering school. Prior design experience with process systems is preferred. Self‑motivated with the ability to work collaboratively and independently. Ability to work in a multi‑disciplinary team environment is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Demonstrated: Knowledge and experience with common process piping systems. Strong mechanical and process engineering analytical skills. Excellent oral and written communications, self‑motivation, team‑oriented work practices, strong technical problem solving, and strong organizational approach. High ethical values and strong commitment to self‑development, teamwork, and desire to work. Due to federal requirements for portions of the assigned work, U.S. Citizenship is required. Experience with management of scope, schedule, and budget of individual projects. Design experience including layout of process drawings and specifications. Knowledge of ASME B31.1, B31.3, and ASME B&PV Code. Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid flow—compressible and incompressible, thermal sciences, and process systems. Experience in design and/or maintenance of mechanical process systems is preferred but not required. Software experience: AutoCAD, AutoPipe, Caesar II, Mathcad, Creo, AFT. Preferred skills and certifications: FE/EIT certification. Previous DOE, DoD, NASA, or test facility experience. Essential Functions of the Position Field Work Field work required. Special clothing/equipment may be required. Office and computer‑based work 80–90% of time. Occasional site visits requiring general access around construction and project sites (10–20% of time). Special clothing/equipment and other PPE may be required during site visits (15%). Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Description of Work Environment Indoors/Outdoors. Travel/Transportation requirements. Office environment 80–90% of time. Field work may be required including outside work (10–20%). Travel to perform field work at project sites or to attend customer meetings (10–20%). Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks Office equipment/machines: computers, fax, telephones, copiers (80–90%). During travel to construction and project sites, use handheld equipment such as measurement equipment, cameras, etc. (10–20%). Criticality of Attendance Overtime, regular days, etc. Shift: 1st, 2nd, 3rd. Regular day shift attendance mandatory (100%). Hybrid work arrangement possible for proven performers and depending on project responsibilities. Occasional overtime may be required to meet demanding project schedules (10–20%). Compensation Details $90,00 - $100,000. 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 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. Equal Employment Opportunity 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, and 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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Amentum Services, Inc.