Engineering Project Manager - Oak Ridge 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 Engineering Project Manager to support our Nuclear Projects. We are seeking an experienced, collaborative Engineering Project Manager who excels at keeping teams aligned, stakeholders engaged, and projects delivered on scope, schedule and within budget. Based in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, this role will provide project management support for large-scale, complex projects for a diverse portfolio of clients that includes the U.S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial nuclear companies. The successful candidate will provide leadership across assigned capital projects involving nuclear infrastructure, advanced reactor deployment, fuel cycle facilities, and mission-critical national security programs while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and financial performance. As the Engineering Project Manager you will plan, direct, coordinate engineering for assigned design projects to ensure client goals or objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters within nuclear operations and engineering. The work will be performed in Oak Ridge, TN with potentially some travel. Join us and love what you do. Focus on tackling the toughest challenges with a smile as you support the development of life changing infrastructure that improves communities across the United States. If you're up for the challenge, we've been looking for someone just like you. Join our team and help us lay the foundation for human progress. Qualifications BS degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution or BA in Architecture from an NAAB accredited institution. A minimum of 10 years of Project Management experience with increasing responsibility. PE or RA license desired but not required. PMP certification or ability to obtain PMP certification. Experience in multi-discipline design projects. Must have strong verbal and written communications skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels both internally and within the client organization. US Citizenship is required. No Dual citizens or visas for this role. Preferred Qualifications A minimum of 10 years of project management experience. Demonstrated experience in successfully managing scope, schedule, and budgets of design projects. Q clearance or eligibility to obtain a "Q" clearance. ISO 9000 or NQA-1 quality system experience. Previous experience working with and teaming with subcontractors to produce a consolidated design. Previous DOE Nuclear or commercial nuclear project experience desired but not required. Master's degree in engineering or architecture desired but not required. Residing a commutable distance from our Oak Ridge, TN office.

Essential Functions Work Environment Equipment and Machines:

Standard office PC, with software will be provided. Building Information Management design software. Attendance On-Site Security training is mandatory before performing project duties. Timely response to resolve issues is expected. Travel required - As needed.

OTHER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS U.S.

Citizenship required Valid driver's license is required. Must be able to work in a team atmosphere. Must put forward professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to self or others. Must take and pass a pre-employment drug and background check.

Compensation Details:

$120,000 - $220,000 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:

08/14/2026 - 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. 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 at Labor Laws Posters .