Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer 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 seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join Amentum's Advanced Solutions Group. Candidates may be based at any one of our offices in Tullahoma, TN; Farmington Hills, MI; or Greenville, SC. Our Advanced Solutions Group delivers the design, construction, and operation of unique and complex research and development facilities across the nuclear, automotive, motorsports, defense, and aerospace industries. Our team has supported an impressive range of clients, including Audi, Boeing, BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Ford, Honda, General Motors, NASA, the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Department of Energy, Volkswagen, and organizations throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Essential Responsibilities: Lead and manage other structural engineers and drafters through all phases of project planning, execution, and construction. Provide complete design solutions from concept to final design and construction. Apply design loading to structures utilizing applicable building codes and design codes. Design and analyze structures to meet project specific and code requirements utilizing both hand and finite element analysis (STAAD and/or ANSYS preferred). Develop engineering design calculation packages, which may include static, dynamic, blast, vibration, and thermal stresses, utilizing both hand analysis and finite element analysis. Oversee designer/drafters in the development of 3D models and 2D construction drawings. Develop construction bid packages which typically include calculations, specifications, and drawings. Perform post design activities which may include review of subcontractor submittals, RFI's, and shop drawings. Perform site inspections at fabricators shops and construction sites to ensure facility is construction to contract documents. Provide leadership for junior engineers and drafter/designers. Coordinate and communicate design solutions with clients and other engineering disciplines – including presentations, reports, studies, design review meetings, and training. Assist with project planning, cost estimating, proposals, project management, and marketing. Must be able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplined team to meet project budgets and schedules. Required Qualifications: US citizenship is required to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations. BS or MS Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related engineering field. Minimum 10 years of experience in the design and analysis of structural systems. Design experience with steel, concrete, and masonry with an emphasis of seismic design. Must be proficient in finite element modeling (STAAD and/or ANSYS software or equivalent). Must be proficient in the use of building codes such as IBC, AISC, ACI, and ASCE. Demonstrated leadership ability. Able to lead a small team of structural engineers and drafters on the structural design of small and large projects. Must have strong time management and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications: PE license. SE license. Experience designing structures or equipment utilizing ANSYS and/or the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code is highly desirable. Experience designing structures or equipment subject to dynamic loading, blast loading, and UFC Codes is highly desirable. Description of Work Environment: Work will mainly be performed in an inside-office environment (90%). Field work may be required, including outside work. Travel may be required to perform field work at project sites or to attend customer meetings. Compensation Details: $150,000-$175,000 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 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.