Environmental Health & Safety Professional

BWXT; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

BWXT Advanced Technologies (AT) seeks an Environmental Safety & Health Professional to perform technical evaluations, audits, and risk assessments for new facilities and modifications at the Lynchburg, VA site. You will apply Event Tree, FMEA, and What-If analyses while ensuring regulatory compliance across OSHA standards.

You will develop and maintain EHS programs, conduct IH sampling, and prepare formal reports to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering.
• At least two years of industrial experience.
• Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.
• Excellent written and spoken communication; team player.
• U.S. citizen eligible for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development, implementation, and maintenance of EHS programs.
• Issue stop work orders for unsafe conditions.
• Evaluate facility modifications for compliance with regulations.
• Conduct OSHA-related safety studies and surveys.
• Prepare reports and corrective actions to address deficiencies.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure safe equipment and processes.
• Facilitate federal/state safety compliance programs.
• Participate in drills and emergency events.
• Maintain documentation and regulatory records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

BS in Science/Engineering

OSHA knowledge

Strong communication

Teamwork

Regulatory compliance

U.S. citizen

DOE/DOD clearance

Education

B.S. in science/engineering

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 . 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

BWXT Advanced Technologies (AT) is seeking an Environmental Safety & Health Professional to perform technical evaluations associated with new facility equipment and modifications, conduct routing compliance audits, inspections, and assessments of exiting plant conditions. These technical evaluations will include risk assessments and Process Hazard Analysis methodologies such as Event Tree Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, or What-If assessments.

Location

This position is based on-site in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office.

Your Day to Day as an Environmental Safety & Health Professional

• Assist with development, implementation, administration, and maintenance of EHS programs.
• Issue stop work orders for unsafe conditions and actions without fear of reprisal.
• Evaluate facility modifications to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
• Conduct studies and surveys on general plant safety and facility needs as required by OSHA regulations and keeping with established safety work practices.
• Perform written reports, technical documents and compliance reviews, and initiate appropriate corrective actions and improvement suggestions to mitigate and abate regulatory deficiencies.
• Collaborate across facility departments to ensure equipment and processes are being maintained and hazardous conditions are corrected.
• Facilitate compliance programs to ensure all Federal and State Safety and Health Regulations are maintained.
• Participate in facility drills and emergency events.
• Prepare and issues written and verbal reports to management summarizing findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.
• Perform Industrial Hygiene Sampling and other IH actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering field is required.
• Must possess at least two (2) years of related work experience in an industrial setting.
• Must possess working knowledge of OSHA 29CFR1910 General Industry Regulations and Standards.
• Must be able to demonstrate superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and successfully resolve conflict.
• Must be highly motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail, and demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment with proven success as a problem solver, negotiator, facilitator, and decision maker is required.
• Must have demonstrable knowledge of regulatory compliance and understand the importance of maintaining accurate documentation.
• Must be able to read and understand schematics and flow diagrams.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks, with a high degree of accuracy, in a rapidly changing environment is required.
• Must be able to maintain confidential/personal information and materials.
• 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

• Professional safety-related certifications (i.e., CIH, CSP, CHMM, etc.) are a plus.
• Previous experience working with Additive Manufacturing is a plus.

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.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $103,000.00

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $70,000.00 and $103,000.00 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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