Location:Onsite in Lynchburg, VA
Your Day-to-Day as an Electrical Engineer:As an Electrical Engineer for BWXT you will join a team that powers some of the most important nuclear and national-security missions in the country. In this role, you will design and support complex electrical systems that keep our facilities running safely, reliably, and efficiently. Your work will directly contribute to BWXT's mission of delivering high-consequence engineering with uncompromising precision.
What You'll Do:- Design complex electrical systems for facility infrastructure, including substations, switchgear, transformer sizing, VFDs, power monitoring, and related systems.
- Review and write technical specifications for facility equipment and buildings.
- Manage projects involving electrical infrastructure additions, replacements, and modifications.
- Collaborate closely with facility engineers, contractors, and maintenance teams to ensure safe and effective execution.
Required Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology, plus a minimum of 2 years of experience.
- Working knowledge of National Electric Code, NFPA 70E and 79, and 29 CFR 1910 OSHA Standards.
- Ability to work during the annual plant shutdown (week of July 4).
- Ability to support occasional emergency needs related to power distribution (less than 5% of the time).
- Experience with industrial or facility infrastructure design and industrial equipment.
- Demonstrated superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Proven ability to work independently with minimal guidance, interpret business needs, and recommend practical solutions.
- High self-motivation with excellent attention to detail.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.
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: $76,000 - $119,000
The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $76,000 and $119,000 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.
