Engineer 1 -- Engineering (PIPELINE) 1

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear solutions company based in Erwin, TN, is seeking an entry-level engineer to undertake routine engineering assignments under supervision. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Chemical Engineering, and be able to effectively communicate complex technical information. This role involves evaluating situations, preparing reports, and maintaining compliance with technical requirements. Starting salary ranges from $62,000 to $97,000 annually, with potential incentives and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required, preferred in Chemical Engineering.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine engineering assignments under supervision.
• Evaluate situations and apply standard engineering techniques.
• Prepare written reports and conduct tests or experiments.

Skills

Effective communication of complex technical information

Ability to work independently and in teams

Judgment in applying engineering techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. 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.

Major Responsibilities

Responsible for routine engineering assignments applying standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria under guidance of a manager or experienced engineer. Assignments are designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities. Works under close supervision. Manager screens assignments for unusual or difficult problems and selects techniques and procedures to be applied on non-routine work.

Position Responsibilities

• Evaluates situations, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using judgment in making minor modifications.
• Assignments have a clear objective and require planning and investigation of limited number of possibilities.
• Work is reviewed for application of sound judgment and compliance with contract technical requirements and meeting of Division policies and procedures.
• Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions.
• Assistance is furnished on unusual problems and work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment.
• Performs work which involves conventional types of plans investigations, structures or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are precedents.
• Prepare written reports, drawings/sketches, technical documents (Technical Basis, Change Requests, Equivalencies, Set Points, etc.).
• Designs and conducts tests or experiments, evaluate and correlate data, organize and plan work.
• Applies understanding of manufacturing technology, technical process specifications, Engineering policies and procedures, QC procedures, department goals, customer needs and contract requirements.
• Develops ability to interpret technical specifications, conduct meetings, deal with customer, vendor, and other department representatives, prepare time and cost estimates.

Position Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical Engineer preferred). No experience required.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multifunctional team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.

Pay: $62,000.00- $97,000.00

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $62,000.00 and $97,000.00 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.

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 and 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.