Mechanical Engineer

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support manufacturing operations on-site in Jonesborough, Tennessee.

You will plan and conduct technical projects, apply engineering procedures, and provide advisory support in the design, fabrication, modification and evaluation of manufacturing processes. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 2 years of experience, and the ability to read and interpret technical data and blueprints.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong data and process interpretation and evaluation skills.
• Clear and concise communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate analytical data, blueprints, and technical data.
• Technological proficiency to use various computer systems to produce reports and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Provides advisory support in the design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation of manufacturing operations.
• Conceives and plans projects involving major production activities and evaluation of problems.
• Conducts technical investigations applying engineering principles.
• Evaluates test and production data and recommends methods to meet design objectives.
• Coordinates technical matters related to assembly drawings, rework, and specifications.
• Participates in design reviews to determine producibility and cost-effective fabrication.
• Assists in preparing detailed processing plans and fabrication instructions.
• Assists with problem, failure, and incident investigations.

Skills

Data interpretation

Communication

Reading blueprints

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM

Excel

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 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/bwx-technologies/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true) , X (https://twitter.com/BWXT) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/BWXTech) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bwxtechnologies/) .

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.

Position Overview:

As our Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in planning, organizing and conducting technical projects to support our manufacturing operations. You will apply engineering procedures and analysis to evaluate and solve technical problems while providing advisory support in the design, fabrication, modification and evaluation of manufacturing operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to create and improve processes for our organization, shaping the future of engineering in a critical and dynamic industry.

Location:

On-site in Jonesborough, Tennessee

Your Day to Day as a Mechanical Engineer:

• Provides advisory support in the design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation of manufacturing operations
• Conceives and plans projects involving major production activities, exploration of product and/or processes problems, definition and selection of new concepts and approaches in mechanical operations
• Conducts technical investigations involving the application of technical principles
• Evaluates test and production data, prepares technical analysis, recommends mechanical methods and processes required to meet design objectives on new or improved products and/or processes
• Coordinates technical matters relating to assembly drawing interpretation, rework, manufacturing difficulties and specifications
• Participates in design reviews to determine producibility and may recommend changes in design to facilitate cost effective fabrication.
• Assists in the preparation of detailed processing plans and fabrication instructions.
• Assists with performance of problem, failure and incident investigation.
• Evaluates, selects, and applies engineering techniques, procedures, and criterion making product adaptations and modifications applying experience and judgment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Strong data and process interpretation and evaluation skills.
• Clear and concise communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and interpret and evaluate analytical and experimental data, blueprints, and technical data.
• Technological proficiency to use various computer systems to produce reports and spreadsheets.
• Timely completion of multiple tasks and deadlines set by management in a team environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with pertinent mechanical engineering codes, rules, and regulations.
• Experience with CAD and/or CAM methods and techniques.
• Background in quality control processes and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with computer systems and software used to create reports and spreadsheets.
• Strong grasp of numerical and mechanical practices and processes.
• Working knowledge of statistical methods.
• Exposure to Lean and Six Sigma manufacturing concepts.
• Ability to apply Lean manufacturing principles to production and design processes.
• Experience with engineering theory related to production lines and system/d