Nuclear Process Operator (PIPELINE-Fall 2026)

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Erwin, TN is hiring a Nuclear Process Operator for the Nuclear Fuel Services division.

This onsite role focuses on documenting operations, following procedures, and responding to abnormal conditions within a controlled nuclear environment. The position requires a high school diploma with chemistry/physics coursework or a related certificate, ability to wear a respirator, and DOE Q clearance.

Qualifications

• Education: HS diploma with chemistry/physics coursework or related certificate.
• Experience: 0–1 year in a related role.
• Must wear respirator with OSHA-compliant training.
• Must be able to obtain DOE Q clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate operating records for assigned tasks.
• Follow SOPs and work instructions as required.
• Identify abnormal conditions and report to supervisor promptly.
• Perform mechanical and sampling procedures as directed.

Skills

SOP reading

Chemistry

Safety

Attention to detail

Education

HS diploma + chemistry/physics cert

Job description

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Nuclear Process Operator (PIPELINE-Fall 2026)

Date: Sep 16, 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.

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 responsiblemanner.
• 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: $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.