Amentum

Senior Civil Engineer

Amentum

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Oak Ridge • Tennessee • United States

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Salary

💰 $109,000 - $175,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Lead the planning and design of site development projects, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, erosion and sediment control, and roadway access
  • Prepare and review civil engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, codes, and standards
  • Provide quality control and technical oversight for work produced by junior engineers and designers
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation
  • Develop project work plans, manpower estimates, and participate in proposal efforts
  • Coordinate with clients, Architects, Surveyors, Structural Engineers, Contractors, and other consultants throughout project development
  • Support construction administration services, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and conducting site visits
  • Lead permitting efforts and coordinate with local agencies, utilities, and regulatory bodies
  • Prepare and submit land development, zoning, and permitting applications
  • Address regulatory comments and support entitlement processes
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, EITs, and CAD designers
  • Foster collaboration within project teams and across disciplines
  • Contribute to process improvements, standards development, and technical best practices
  • Maintain strong client relationships and provide technical support during business development efforts
  • Assist with identifying new project opportunities and expanding existing client relationships
  • Represent the firm during client meetings and stakeholder engagements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Minimum of 8–12 years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on site development
  • Must be able to show proof of US citizenship (to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations)
  • Strong working knowledge of site development design practices, permitting, and construction processes
  • Experience with stormwater management design and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling
  • Proficiency with relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, StormCAD, HydroCAD, or similar)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
  • 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
civil engineeringsite developmentgradingdrainagestormwater managementerosion controlhydrologic modelinghydraulic modelingconstruction documentstechnical reports
Soft Skills
project managementquality controlmentoringcollaborationclient relationship managementcommunication
Certifications
Professional Engineer (PE) licenseBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering