Engineer 1 - Fuel Process Engineering 1

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Erwin, TN is seeking an Engineer 1 to perform routine engineering assignments under guidance. You will apply standard techniques, prepare technical documents, and support testing and data analysis to meet contract requirements.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. No experience required and U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain a DOE security clearance. Compensation ranges from $70,000 to $103,000 plus benefits, with an on-site work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with guidance as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate situations and apply standard engineering techniques under supervision.
• Plan and investigate limited possibilities with clear objectives.
• Prepare written reports, drawings, and technical documents.
• Design and conduct tests, evaluate data, and plan work.
• Interpret technical specifications and interact with customers, vendors, and other departments.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

DOE clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

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Date: Aug 5, 2026

Location: Erwin, TN, US

Company: BWXT

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 . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Requisition Number: 56573

Position Overview

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.

Location

Onsite in Erwin, TN

Your Day to Day as an Engineer 1

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. No experience required. Civil Engineering preferred
• 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.

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: $70,000- $103,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $70,000 and $103,000 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 investigationand 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 clearancewhich involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation,drug testand 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.

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].