Electrical Engineer
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site +1
Duties also include coordination with Quality on inspections and supporting development of Scopes ... Knowledge of electrical systems is required, including power system design, load centers, fire ...
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site +1
Duties also include coordination with Quality on inspections and supporting development of Scopes ... Knowledge of electrical systems is required, including power system design, load centers, fire ...
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site +1
Duties also include coordination with Quality on inspections and supporting development of Scopes ... Knowledge of electrical systems is required, including power system design, load centers, fire ...
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site +1
$102K - $133K/yr
Coordination with Quality on inspections and supporting development of scopes of work for ... Employees who live more than 50 miles away are eligible for a remote work arrangement; however ...
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site +1
$102K - $133K/yr
Coordination with Quality on inspections and supporting development of scopes of work for ... Employees who live more than 50 miles away are eligible for a remote work arrangement; however ...
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 13 days ago
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 an Electrical Engineer to support our Oak Ridge, TN office.
As an Electrical Engineer in the Oak Ridge office, you will perform a variety of electrical engineering design and construction support functions. This includes survey/assess existing facility, scoping and estimating level of engineering effort; field work to assess existing conditions; report writing; conceptual design; design development of drawings, specifications, and calculation analyses; and assistance with cost estimating. For construction support, the following activities are required: dispositioning NCRs, performing assessments on existing design, responding to RFIs, issuing Design Change Notices (DCNs). Duties also include coordination with Quality on inspections and supporting development of Scopes of work for electrical subcontracts; and services during bidding and construction, including answering requests for information, bid review, shop drawing review, site visits during construction, commissioning support, hosting progress meetings, and project closeout. The work location for this position is in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
The greatest challenges provide the biggest rewards. Each day, your drive and creative ideas will be providing solutions that help build a better tomorrow. Whether it is the pride that comes with accomplishment, personal growth or making a difference in the world, you will discover true success in a career that brings out the best in you. Ready? Let's get to work!
Qualifications:
BS-Electrical Engineering from an ABET-certified institution and
FE License
Three (3) or more years of electrical engineering design experience
Construction support experience for Title 3 activities
Sole US citizenship required (to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations)
Short Circuit Analysis experience
Some knowledge of the NEC
Experience working in groups of engineers and designers on projects
Experience of leading technical discussions with clients
Ability to author proposals and Statements of work is a plus
Preferred Qualifications:
PE License
DOE experience desired
NQA-1 experience desired
Arc Flash Analysis experience
Familiarity with Instrumentation & Controls interface
Knowledge of electrical systems is required, including power system design, load centers, fire alarm design, lighting design, load flow studies, communications design, grounding design and equipment selection
Ability to produce sizing calculations and other analyses/reports is desired.
Experience in providing construction support or services during construction is desired.
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.
Compensation Details:
$90,000 - $160,000The 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 FilledAmentum 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 atLabor Laws Posters.