Electrical System Design Engineer

BWXT; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible work schedules

Professional development

Inclusive workplace

Mission-driven environment

Continuous learning

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Lynchburg, Virginia, is seeking an Electrical System Design Engineer to join the Advanced Technologies group. You will support diverse programs across manufacturing, medical isotopes, and reactor design, using your electrical engineering fundamentals to design and document systems.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 4+ years of experience, and the ability to work both independently and in a team. On-site in Lynchburg with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical or similar) is required.
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant work experience is required.
• Must have demonstrable ability to recognize and solve problems and recommend solutions to technical problems.
• Must be self-directed with minimal day-to-day supervision and capable of working both as part of a team and independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE or DOD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Utilize system and interface requirements to prepare engineering documentation, drawings, analyses, and reports.
• Drive requirements for and support test activities and data analyses.
• Support procurement activities of vendors implementing components and systems to BWXT specifications.
• Lead the creation of electrical schematics and output documentation.
• Coordinate with mechanical, system, nuclear, and design engineers.
• Present design results to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Self-directed

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Electronics Desktop (Maxwell)

Python

C

C#

Visual Basic

SABER / electrical modeling software

Job description

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.

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 require 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.

Welcome to BWXT

Position Overview

BWXT Advanced Technologies is seeking a highly motivated Electrical System Design Engineer. The position reports to the System Design Manager. The group supports programs for internal and external customers across Advanced Manufacturing, Medical Radioisotopes, and Nuclear Reactor Design. The ideal candidate would have a broad understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals with an interest in applying that knowledge across a variety of programs.

Location

On-site in Lynchburg, Virginia

Your Day to Day as an Electrical System Design Engineer

• Utilize relevant system requirements and interface requirements to prepare appropriate engineering documentation, drawings, analyses, reports, etc.
• Drive requirements for and support test activities/data analysis as a part of the design team.
• Support procurement activities of vendors implementing components and systems to BWXT specifications.
• Lead the creation of appropriate output documentation such as electrical schematics.
• Coordinate with other interfacing disciplines such as mechanical engineers, system engineers, nuclear engineers, and system design engineers.
• Prepare and present design results to internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical or similar discipline) is required.
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant work experience is required.
• Must have demonstrable ability to recognize and solve problems and recommend solutions to technical problems.
• Must be self-directed with minimal day-to-day supervision needed and capable of effectively working both as part of a team and independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications is required.
• 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

• Experience in specifying motors, transformers, inductors, or other magnetic devices.
• General understanding of Systems Requirements, Architecture, Interface Definition, and Design.
• Proficiency in ANSYS Electronics Desktop (including Maxwell), or equivalent electromagnetic field simulation.
• Programming experience with Python, C, C#, Visual Basic or similar computer programming languages.
• Experience with the design and operation of electromechanical nuclear reactor control systems.
• Knowledge or ability to design, develop, and/or specify sensors for extreme operating environments.
• Experience with SABER or other electrical/electronic modeling software.

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: $85,000 - $134,000

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $85,000 and $134,000 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.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment 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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Nuclear Engineering, Design Engineer, Developer, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering, Technology