Process Engineer
Job in
Amarillo, Potter County, Texas, 79105, USA
Listed on 2026-06-01
Listing for:
Pantex Plant
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Process Engineer, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Amarillo, TX
Job Title:
Process Engineer
Career Level From: Associate
Career Level To: Specialist
Organization: Process Engineering )
Job Specialty:
Core Engineering
What You'll Do
Process Engineers function as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on weapon operation processes. They are responsible in developing, maintaining, and improving weapons assembly, disassembly, and testing processes in support of the Pantex Plant Operations Mission. They perform duties and tasks that are vital to ensuring the reliability and integrity of the nation's nuclear weapons stockpile. Process Engineers ensure weapon operation processes comply with customer specifications and requirements, including Design Agency requirements and safety basis requirements.
Process Engineers are responsible for achieving approval for readiness assessments on new processes, including supervision during the conduct of start-up plans and ensuring tests are conducted as written. They develop, maintain, and lead implementation of new weapon processes and changes on existing weapon processes. Process Engineers perform process studies and evaluations and lead efforts to resolve technical issues that may impact production, quality, efficiency, capability, and capacity.
They participate and advise in training to operations personnel.
Process Engineers provide estimates and manufacturability design input to Program Management and Product Realization teams. They interface with Product Engineers and design laboratories to ensure receipt of producible product requests.
Additional responsibilities include:
* Coordinating and executing the writing, editing, and revising of Operating Procedures in accordance with Design Agency drawings, specifications, technical papers, reports, and other documentation
* Coordinating verification and validation of documents with technical and operations personnel prior to release for approval and implementation
* Recommending, preparing, and maintaining operating procedures and historical information
* Acting as technical and project lead for weapon system
* Leading and implementing change throughout Pantex and Nuclear Weapons Complex
* Interacting with organizations across the Nuclear Weapons Complex
* Presenting information clearly and effectively through the oral and written word
Minimum
Job Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in engineering/science discipline
* OR Master's degree in engineering/science discipline
* OR PhD degree in engineering/science discipline
Department of Energy (DOE) Order 426.2A Requirements
* In addition to the above requirements, the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related science, 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience, or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities.
( O 426.2A)
Preferred
Job Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents thru ABET Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA)
* OR a Bachelor's degree in science
* A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) is preferred for up to four years post-graduation, confirmed by transcript at the time of offer. Beyond four years from graduation, relevant experience will supersede GPA in hiring considerations
* Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA
* Master's degree with a minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA
* PhD with a minimum 3.5/4.0 cumulative GPA
* Knowledgeable in respective technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
* Demonstrated technical capabilities, leadership, and work ethic
* Ability to work in a project team environment and communicate well with other disciplines, customers, and stakeholders
* Ability to follow procedures and work within a rigorous work process
* Ability to estimate, plan, and track progress for preparation of discipline deliverables
* Good written and oral communications skills
* Capable of handling classified information
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Your Impact Starts Here
At Pantex, you won't just find a job-you'll discover a career of purpose safeguarding national security through work performed nowhere else on Earth. We empower dedicated, innovative individuals like you to achieve their greatest impact surrounded by exceptional talent and limitless opportunities for professional growth.
When you #Jointhe Mission, you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex, we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel, coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning, to opportunities for continuous learning…
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