Amentum

Structural Engineer 1

Amentum • $80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with a structural emphasis (or equivalent)
  • 0 to 1 years of relevant experience in modeling, analysis, and design of heavy industrial steel structures
  • Knowledge of industry codes and standards like AISC 360, ASCE 7, IBC, and ACI 318
  • Proficient in STAAD.Pro and technical documentation tools
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance
  • Solid communication skills (oral and written)
  • Working knowledge of preparation and checking of engineering drawings and calculations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform design, development, or review tasks under supervision
  • Assist in drafting specifications and generating engineering data
  • Prepare technical documents like reports and calculations
  • Establish and maintain project filing systems or databases
  • Interface with customers in design reviews and technical meetings
  • Verify compliance with documentation standards and testing procedures
  • Conduct modeling, analysis, and design assignments of moderate complexity.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
Full Job Description
Purpose and Scope:
Perform a variety of engineering assignments in planning and overseeing research, development, design, manufacture, test, installation, operations, and maintenance of electronic equipment and systems and generally as a member of a design, analysis, or review team.

Essential Responsibilities:
1. Perform design, development or review tasks in specific areas under close supervision.

2. Design a portion or section of an analysis or design review.

3. Assist in generation of specifications and engineering data.

4. Assist in the preparation of reports and correspondence.

5. Establish and maintain a filing system or databases as needed for tracking project status.

6. Develop, maintain and produce technical documentation and system/subsystem specifications.

7. Interface with customers in design reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications.

8. Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures.

9. Perform engineering modeling, analysis, and design assignments of moderate complexity.

10. Prepare calculations, analyses, studies, specifications, reports, and other technical documents.

11. Reviews other discipline drawings and vendor drawings.

Minimum Requirements

- US Citizen

- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with a structural emphasis (or equivalent education).

- 0 to 1 years of relevant and progressive professional experience in the modeling, analysis, and design of heavy industrial steel structures and foundations.

- Works independently and collaboratively with guidance and direction from others.

- Working knowledge of industry codes and standards, including AISC 360, ASCE 7, IBC, and ACI 318

- Good oral and written communication skills.

- Working knowledge of STAAD.Pro modeling, analysis, design, and post processing

- Working knowledge and expertise in MathCad, Excel, and Word

- Ability to obtain a security clearance.

- Working knowledge of the process of preparing and checking calculations, as well as approval, revision, retention, and storage of project calculations.

- Working knowledge of drawing production and checking, as well as approval, revision, retention, and storage of engineering drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

- Passed Fundament of Engineering (FE) Exam

- Master of Science degree in structural engineering.

- Government or nuclear experience, i.e., DOD, DOE, NR.

- Working knowledge of AISC Seismic Design Provisions, i.e., AISC 341.

- Basic knowledge of nuclear facility design codes including ACI 349, AISC - N690, ASCE 43, and DOE-STD-1020.

- Working knowledge of seismic response spectrum analysis.

- Working knowledge of ANSYS analysis software.

Compensation & Benefits:

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $80K - $95K (Annually) (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

Amentum offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, 15 days of paid time off, and parental leave.

Due to the nature of work, candidate must be a US Citizen. US Dual Citizenship may be considered.

Compensation Details:
$80,000 - $95,000

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:

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:
09/30/2026 - Until Filled
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.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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