Core Neutronics Design Engineer

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Lynchburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible work schedules

Professional development

Inclusive, mission-driven environment

Learning and training opportunities

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a Core Neutronics Design Engineer to support the core design team. You will analyze advanced core designs across multiple fuel systems, lifecycles, and coolant options while collaborating with diverse engineering disciplines.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in engineering or physics with 2+ years of neutronics experience and strong communication. The role requires U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in neutronics analysis and design.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to write and deliver high quality technical reports and documentation.
• U.S. Citizen required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE or DOD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of advanced core designs including various fuel systems, life cycle, and coolant types.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines across joint organizational teams.
• Work on a broad scope of studies from preconceptual through final design and operation.
• Use an integrated approach for neutronics, thermal hydraulics, mechanical/stress, and safety analysis to accelerate reactor design development.
• Contribute to various projects supporting the core design team.

Skills

Communication skills

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics

MS in Nuclear Engineering preferred

Tools

MCNP/OpenMC/Serpent

SIMULATE/CASMO/PARCS

FORTRAN

Python

C/C++

Job description

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At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT’s innovation hub. BWXT’s Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers.

If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you.

Position Overview:

As our Core Neutronics Design Engineer, you will provide support to the core design team by engaging in a variety of projects. This role will perform analysis of core designs while collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines.

Location:

On-site in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office

Your Day to Day as a Core Neutronics Design Engineer:

• Perform analysis of advanced core designs which includes a variety of fuel systems, life cycle, and coolant types.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines across joint organizational teams.
• Perform work on a broad scope of studies, from preconceptual through final design and operation.
• Perform work using an integrated approach for neutronics, thermal hydraulics, mechanical/stress, and safety analysis, to achieve accelerated reactor design development.
• Contribute to a variety of projects supporting the core design team.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in neutronics analysis and design.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to write and deliver high quality technical reports and documentation, including presentations to customers, regulators, and other organizations.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS in Nuclear Engineering is preferred.
• Familiarity with Monte Carlo tools such as MCNP, OpenMC or Serpent and/or experience with deterministic nodal methods such as SIMULATE/CASMO or PARCS.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as FORTRAN, Python, C, C++ in a Linux environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $76,000.00- $119,000.00

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $76,000.00 and $119,000.00 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

Nearest Major Market: Lynchburg
Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia
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