Electrical Engineer II

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Englewood, CO, USA
In-Office
81K-102K Annually
Mid level
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Performs electrical engineering tasks from project planning through final design under supervision. Develops calculations, studies, and drawings; reviews and approves electrical drawings; applies project criteria, codes, and design standards; and maintains proficiency with engineering software. Work includes power systems, lighting, controls, grounding, lightning protection, communications, security systems, equipment and cable sizing, and BIM-based design for complex DOE, DOD, or Army Corps projects.
Summary Generated by Built In

Amentum delivers world-class solutions through the expertise, dedication, and collaboration of our people. We partner with our customers to solve complex challenges and are committed to fostering a workplace where employees can grow, succeed, and make a difference. We are currently seeking a Electrical Engineer to support our Englewood, Colorado office.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Electrical Engineer responsible for a variety of engineering tasks in the initial planning through final design for projects of advanced complexity under the supervision of a Supervising Electrical Engineer.  The Engineer is responsible for initiating and developing engineering calculations, studies and drawings through completion in conformance with the requirements, applicable codes, and design criteria established by the project.  The Electrical Engineer’s daily duties may include:

  • Initiates and develops technical calculations, complex studies, and engineering drawings.

  • Prepares, reviews, and approves electrical drawings as required.

  • Conforms to project criteria, applicable codes, and design standards.

Use and maintain proficiency in industry-standard engineering software and applications.

Required Qualifications

  • Must have obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a 4-year ABET accredited college or university.

  • Minimum of 3 years of job-related experience or equivalent. FE (EIT) certificate preferred.

  • Must have an intermediate level of understanding of power system analysis, lighting, power & control, grounding, lightning protection, communications and security systems.

  • Experience in electrical equipment and cable sizing.

  • Working knowledge of Power System Analysis software.

  • Experience in using BIM, Revit, MicroStation, AutoCAD MEP.

  • Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills.

  • Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.

  • Position may require travel.

  • Due to the nature of work, candidate must be a US Citizen.

  • DOE/DOD/Army Corp of Engineer project experience

Preferred Qualifications

PE license or EIT Certification (please indicate in profile)

COMPENSATION

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $81K - $102K (Annually) (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

BENEFITS

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:

$81K - $102K

       

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:

08/25/2026 - 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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a four-year ABET-accredited college or university
  • Minimum of 3 years of job-related experience or equivalent
  • Intermediate understanding of power system analysis, lighting, power and control, grounding, lightning protection, communications, and security systems
  • Experience sizing electrical equipment and cables
  • Working knowledge of Power System Analysis software
  • Experience using BIM, Revit, MicroStation, and AutoCAD MEP
  • Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills
  • Ability to pass and maintain a security clearance, if required by the position
  • Ability to travel, if required by the position
  • U.S. citizenship; U.S. dual citizenship may be considered
  • DOE, DOD, or Army Corps of Engineers project experience
  • PE license or FE/EIT certification

Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.

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18,261 Employees

What We Do

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.

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