Welding Engineer

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Lynchburg, Virginia, is hiring a Welding Engineer to improve and develop welding processes and applications. You will collaborate with production teams, interface with customers, and program CNC welding equipment for development projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering or related field, strong communication, team collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. U.S. citizenship and DOE clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering or equivalent.
• Demonstrated written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and solve problems creatively.
• Highly self-motivated with keen attention to detail; proficient with MS Office.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DOE security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manages projects through proposal, scoping, execution and reporting phases.
• Collaborates with production welding engineers and shop floor personnel.
• Works with customer representatives to meet project goals.
• Proposes new welding techniques or joint designs to meet objectives.
• Investigates modifications to welding processes to improve margins.
• Programs CNC welding equipment.
• Prepares welding procedures, drawings, and shop floor routing documents.
• Prepares customer submittals and transmits information through channels.
• Operates welding equipment on development tasks and performs other duties.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidEdge

GTAW(Laser/E-beam) welding equipment

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 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.

Location: On-site in Lynchburg, Virginia

Your Day to Day as a Welding Engineer:

Improving existing welding operations and developing new welding processes and applications.

Essential functions:

• Manages projects to achieve company objectives through proposal, scoping, execution and reporting phases.
• Works with production welding engineers and shop floor personnel to understand existing processes.
• Works with customer representatives to understand and achieve project goals.
• Proposes and investigates new welding techniques or joint designs to meet program objectives.
• Investigates modifications to existing welding processes to improve process margin.
• Programs CNC welding equipment.
• Prepares welding procedures, drawings, and electronic shop floor routing documents.
• Prepares customer submittals to gain approval and transmit information through formal and informal channels.
• Operates welding equipment on a limited basis for development purposes only.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Welding Engineering Technology, Materials Joining Engineering, or equivalent is required.
• Must be able to demonstrate superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Must be highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Welding engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3D modeling skills with a willingness to learn Siemens SolidEdge.
• Familiarity with nondestructive and destructive methods for weld quality.
• Experience with GTAW, Laser and Electron Beam welding.
• Metal additive manufacturing experience (especially laser power bed fusion, electron beam DED, or binder-job is beneficial.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• 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: $65,370- $121,410

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $65,370 and $121,410 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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