The Plant Engineer job family is responsible for technical activities relating to operations and maintenance of plant equipment. The Melter and Offgas system engineers are primarily responsible for the glass melter system and associated offgas treatment unit systems. The system engineer protects the installed configuration of the plant systems and provides technical support and issue resolution needed for operation and maintenance of the plant equipment. Under direction of the Plant Engineering Supervisor and Manager interacts with other Plant Engineers, Operations, Maintenance, WTP Project groups, subcontractors, and equipment vendors as required to perform job assignments.

REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent education) in an appropriate engineering discipline or related science from a four-year accredited college or university.

Experience: Minimum of five years of related professional experience.

Preferred Experience:

One year of nuclear facility experience is preferred.

Experience in processing facilities, DOE facilities, or DOD facilities preferred.

Experience with national consensus codes and standards preferred.

Progression to the next grade is based upon complexity of assignment and performance.

MAJORRESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS

• Implement Plant Engineering program elements as assigned
• Develop, review, concur with and/or assess engineering technical documents
• Develop, review, concur with and/or assess management control procedures, technical procedures, or guides
• Assess facilities, systems, and/or processes anomalies or degraded conditions
• Resolve condition report issues or other similar discrepancies as assigned
• Develop or request support to develop engineering products for system or equipment repair or replacement
• Provide on-site technical support during preventative or corrective maintenance activities or commissioning
• Assist assigned engineers in determining operability and correcting out-of-specification conditions
• Ensure the health and safety of self and staff by implementing the principles of ISMS
• Ensure that personal conduct of work is consistent with nuclear safety and quality culture expectations
• Meet training requirements and maintain qualifications to perform work
• Support control of field work in assigned areas, including integration of project activities, repairs, and equipment operations activities
• Support operations, maintenance, and commissioning of the WTP Facilities
• Remain apprised of operational status and ongoing modification activities
• Provide technical review of facility/system related procedures and work instructions
• Assist with resolution of design issues necessary to support plant operations and/or maintenance
• Review Project design and other documents for operations, maintenance, and testing impacts and providing alternative solutions
• Interface with subcontractors, vendors, and project support groups
• Ensures timely and accurate oral and written technical reports on assigned activities
• Complete required training and maintain qualifications associated with assignments
• Support the Waste Treatment Plant Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by emphasizing the values of safety and quality in the performance of work to protect self, others, and the environment

This job description is not intended to include every duty, task or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisor's request.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(EFNM) Exposed Field Non-Manual- Performs desk work, including writing, computer workstation processes, and telephone operation. Arranges for and/or performs presentations, oral reports, planning meetings, and other formal and informal contacts, requiring long periods of sitting. Oversees field activities through inspections, testing and equipment operations, which requires walking, standing, bending, and turning along with wearing of personal protective equipment. Occasional loading, transport, and unloading of tools and/or supplies specific to an activity.

• This position is located at the Construction Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Compensation Details:
$89,099.71 - $136,32163

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:
09/09/2026 - 09/16/2026
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.