Civil/Structural Engineer (Facility Engineering) - Military Veterans
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Amentum is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer for a position on Kauai, HI. Supporting the Public Works Department. To provide a variety of engineering services for planning and design of new construction and improvements to existing facilities and structures systems at PMRF Barking Sands, Kauai.
Responsibilities
Specific assignments and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following areas:
- Engineer, design, and develop plans for improvements to facilities, structures, and analysis of weight handling equipment.
- Facilities and Structures systems include steel, wood and masonry buildings, steel and wood radar towers and antennae stands.
- Weight handling systems include fixed and mobile cranes as well as lifting gear and other appurtenances such as strong-backs and harnesses.
- Interface with Government counterparts and Koa Lani operating personnel on facility requirements, design, and development considerations.
- Prepare and monitor installation design plans and work order improvements to facilities.
- Research and prepare cost estimates, specifications and standards, and procurement packages for new or modified facilities.
- Monitor construction of new installations and participate in installation quality assurance inspections and site acceptance tests.
- Coordinate with other Engineers and Planner/Estimators to develop multi-discipline design projects.
- Prepare and submit reports including engineering analysis and investigative studies as required.
- Perform other duties as required.
Additional Responsibilities
- General office environment with site visits.
- Lifting. Pushing, and pulling of 25-50 lbs.
- Work positions requirements: walking, standing, sitting, crawling, kneeling or cramped. Work requiring repeated stooping or frequent climbing.
- Working environment activities: Customer contact, extended workday, confined work area, office laboratory, field assignment, and inclement weather.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited University or College is required.
- Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills are required.
- Must be proficient in the use of personal computers using the following: Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD, or AutoCAD Lite Software applications.
Experience
- Minimum of three years' experience in the structural design and analysis of wood, steel, and masonry structures desired.
- Experience should include engineering design, estimating, materials takeoff, and construction management.
- Experience with Hawaii design codes and construction practices is preferred.
- RSMeans Cost Estimating experience desired.
Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran 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 EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.
Kekaha, HI

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What happens after I apply?
First, you will want to ensure your RecruitMilitary profile is up to date, and you also have the most up to date resume to provide. Once you apply for the role you will be re-directed to complete your employment application on Amentum's career site. Once you complete that application a recruiter will review your skills and qualifications and reach out to you about the role as appropriate.