Technical Procurement Engineer

BWXT; Jonesborough (TN); On-site; USD 86,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Continuous learning

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) seeks a Technical Procurement Engineer to support strategic sourcing and supplier development for highly engineered materials and services. You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management to ensure technical, regulatory, cost, and schedule requirements are met.

This role focuses on NOG-J and Tennessee operations. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, 10+ years in technical procurement, U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 10 years in technical procurement, materials management, or purchasing.
• Experience with supplier qualification, ASME NQA-1, FAR/DFAR/DEAR regulations, and DOE facility operations.
• Strong technical understanding of engineering, manufacturing, quality control, and failure analysis.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, interpret complex requirements, and prepare procurement docs.
• U.S. citizen required and DOE clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Supports strategic sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of materials/services including raw materials, machining, fabrication, forgings, welding materials and other technical commodities.
• Conducts supplier assessments such as audits, competency evaluations, qualification activities, and ongoing surveillance.
• Develops, reviews, and issues procurement specs, technical packages, statements of work, submittal requirements, and inspection/testing plans.
• Reviews supplier proposals, technical exceptions, manufacturing plans, inspection results, Calibration records, and certifications for compliance.
• Acts as primary engineering interface with suppliers for subcontracted components ensuring processes meet technical/quality standards.
• Collaborates with engineering, purchasing, and quality teams to identify, evaluate, qualify new suppliers; supports cost estimates and program efficiencies.
• Uses independent judgment to resolve complex technical procurement challenges while meeting cost, schedule, and compliance.

Skills

Supplier qualification

ASME NQA-1

FAR/DFAR/DEAR regs

DOE operations

Negotiation

Communication

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

U.S. citizen

DOE Q clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Engineering degree preferred

Job description

• Bachelor’s degree.

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 require 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

The Technical Procurement Engineer provides specialized technical expertise in support of strategic sourcing, supplier development, and the procurement of complex, highly engineered materials and services. As a key technical resource within BWXT Supply Chain, this position partners closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management to ensure all procured materials, components, and services meet technical, quality, regulatory, cost, and schedule requirements. The role primarily supports NOG-J and contributes to broader Tennessee Operations initiatives as business needs evolve.

Location

On-site in Jonesborough, TN

Your Day-to-Day As a Technical Procurement Engineer

• Supports strategic sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of materials and services, including raw materials, machining, fabrication, forgings, welding materials, and other technical commodities.
• Conducts supplier assessments such as audits, competency evaluations, qualification activities, and ongoing surveillance.
• Develops, reviews, and issues procurement specifications, technical packages, statements of work, subcontractor submittal requirements, and inspection and testing plans.
• Reviews supplier proposals, technical exceptions, manufacturing plans, inspection results, calibration records, and certifications to ensure full compliance with requirements.
• Serves as the primary engineering interface with suppliers for subcontracted components, ensuring fabrication processes meet all technical and quality standards. Lead and contribute to internal technical teams evaluating supplier performance and resolving issues involving discrepant or degraded materials.
• Collaborates with engineering, purchasing, and quality teams to identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers. Support the development of cost estimates and contribute to program efficiencies through process improvements.
• Applies independent judgment to resolve complex technical procurement challenges while meeting cost, schedule, and compliance expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least ten (10) years of experience in technical procurement, materials management, or purchasing.
• Experience with supplier qualification, ASME NQA-1, FAR/DFAR/DEAR regulations, and DOE facility operations.
• Strong technical understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, quality control, and failure analysis.
• Strong negotiation, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, interpret complex technical requirements, and prepare detailed procurement documentation.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering degree
• Candidates without an engineering degree but with demonstrated technical competency and direct experience supporting engineering, supplier qualification, or technical procurement will also be considered.

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: $86,450 - $136,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $86,450 and $136,000 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.

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

Asheville

Nearest Secondary Market

Knoxville

Job Segment

Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Nuclear Engineering, Facilities, Buyer, Operations, Engineering