Electrical Engineering Lead

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 Electrical Engineer to support the SFHP Project.

This person will provide electrical engineering expertise. The role will lead and take responsibility for the delivery of the design aspects of the project. The role will provide support to procurement activities, construction, and testing and commissioning. The candidate will be responsible for providing technical support to all aspects of electrical engineering.

• Review / checking of design documents and electrical deliverables developed by design teams

• Ability to estimate hours for scope changes or additional works along with outlining supporting schedule for the discipline

• Support and contribute to the delivery of Design Reviews

• Actively participate in the technical development of electrical engineering team members including apprentices, graduates, and junior engineers

• Actively contribute to the procedural and technical working of the department with the production of department procedures, work instructions, design guides, and templates

• Estimate & schedule production and progress reporting

• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is essential

• Familiarity with National Electrical Code requirements

• Must be able to balance scope, schedule and budget to ensure project success

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university

• A minimum of 10 years engineering experience. Experience must include engineering involving major project management responsibilities

• Must be able to how proof of US citizenship (to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations)

• Experience must also include all phases of engineering support including problem formulation/specification, system design, data collection, systems engineering and analysis, problem resolution, and documentation of results

• Good oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications; organizational skills, and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Idaho or ability to obtain within six months.

Physical Requirements:

This position involves a mix of both office and field (construction) environments.  Must have sufficient mobility to enter all areas of the construction area; climb ladders and ability to work at elevated levels on platforms and scaffolding, etc. Work area may be dusty and or noise.  Temperature conditions are wide ranging between the seasons (both hot and cold).  Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist and sit for extended periods as well as climb and lift up to 35 lbs.

       

Compensation Details:

$145,000 - $190,000

       

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:

07/07/2026 - 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.

       

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