Max Ehrhardt
About Max Ehrhardt
Max Ehrhardt is an Engineering Project Manager at Amentum, where he has worked since 2020 in Tokyo, Japan. He has a background in nuclear engineering and project management, with previous roles at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and AECOM.
Work at Amentum
Max Ehrhardt has been serving as an Engineering Project Manager at Amentum since 2020. He is based in Tokyo, Japan, where he leads nuclear decommissioning projects. His responsibilities include overseeing projects from initial business development to customer acceptance of deliverables. He acts as the primary liaison with customers and partners for all decommissioning-related activities in Japan, ensuring effective communication and project execution.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to his role at Amentum, Max Ehrhardt worked at AECOM as an International Project Engineer from 2017 to 2020 in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan. He also served as a Nuclear Engineer at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard from 2014 to 2017 in Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan. His experience includes working with the US Navy as a Reactor Electrical Division Officer and as a Weapons Officer, both roles contributing to his expertise in engineering and project management.
Education and Expertise
Max Ehrhardt earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Northwestern University, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, completing his studies from 2006 to 2008. His academic background supports his technical knowledge and project management skills in the engineering field.
Language Proficiency
In his current role at Amentum, Max Ehrhardt provides Japanese language support, which enhances his ability to communicate effectively with local stakeholders and clients. This proficiency is an asset in managing projects in Japan, where understanding cultural and language nuances is crucial for successful project execution.
Research and Early Career
Max began his professional career as a Research Assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2006 to 2008. He also completed a brief internship as an FCC Development Engineer at UOP in 2006. These early experiences laid the foundation for his engineering expertise and project management capabilities.