Advanced Development Engineer

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:

BWXT is hiring multiple experienced engineers. We are seeking a self-motivated engineer to help develop the products and manufacturing methods of the future. The selected candidate will work with a team of open minded engineers and technical personnel

Location:

On-site in Lynchburg, Virginia 

Your Day to Day as an Advanced Development Engineer: 

• Develop next generation components and fabrication methods as related to current and future product, processes, and methods.
• Designs and executes development workscopes independently and in teams.
• Support shop floor development Operations, resolves fabrication issues, and generates process improvement ideas.
• Plan and manage ongoing development by preparing procedures, drawings, and routing documents.
• Communicate the results of development workscopes by authoring detailed reports documenting areas of success, concern, and opportunity.
• Support associated equipment acquisitions as needed.
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Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Physics is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Undergraduate and industry experience related to manufacturing, automation, and/or materials engineering is preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills in order to effectively work with both hourly and salary employees
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative design team is required.
• Must be highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities is required.
• Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.