Nuclear Process Operator (PIPELINE-Fall 2026)

BWXT; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuclear Process Operator at BWX Technologies, Inc. in Erwin, TN, is an onsite role requiring a high school diploma and a chemistry/physics background or related certificate.

The position emphasizes following SOPs, maintaining accurate records, and performing mechanical and sampling tasks in a controlled environment. The candidate must be able to wear a respirator and may need to obtain/maintain a DOE "Q" security clearance, with overall compensation comprising base pay plus potential benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• One year or less related work experience required.
• DOE "Q" security clearance may be required for access to classified/sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and legible operating records.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and work instructions.
• Recognize abnormal operating conditions and report to supervisor.
• Perform various mechanical functions as assigned.
• Perform sampling procedures and follow chemical process procedures.

Skills

Respirator use

Safety procedures

Education

HS Diploma + chemistry/physics or Cert Program

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

Nuclear Process Operator - Nuclear Fuel Services (BWXT)

Location

Onsite in Erwin, TN

Your Day To Day As a Nuclear Process Operator

• Prepare accurate and legible operating records associated with assigned job.
• Must be able to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures and special work instructions as necessary.
• Must have the ability to recognize abnormal operating conditions, correct and report to supervisor in a timely and responsible manner.
• Must be able to perform various mechanical functions as assigned.
• Must have the ability to perform sampling procedures and to follow chemical process procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma plus one year of college Chemistry and/or Physics is required or completion of Northeast State University Chemical Process Operations Certificate Program.
• Experience: One (1) year or less related work experience is required.
• Must have the ability to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain DOE "Q" security clearance.

Pay

Pay: $37.84

The starting rate for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) is $37.84 per hour.

• The total compensation package for this position may also include 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 and are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

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.

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