Location: On-site in Lynchburg, Virginia
Your Day to Day as a Process Engineer - TRISO Fuels: - Provide engineering support for the development and fabrication of Uranium Based TRISO Fuel.
- Support production operations as the technical lead and subject matter expert for the assigned process responsibility.
- Support shop floor operations, resolution of fabrication issues and generate process improvement ideas.
- Prepare operating procedures and electronic shop floor routings.
- Assist in the development of equipment designs and fabrication methods successfully fabricate uranium-based fuels.
- Generate functional specifications for equipment that supports the process.
- Create training plans and write operating procedures for shop floor personnel and FLMs.
- Participate in training activities.
- Follow BWXT established change management and Safety Evaluation processes.
- Evaluate process data to determine efficiencies and consistency of processes. Make recommended modifications/improvements based upon data evaluation.
Required Qualifications:- A minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemical, materials, or mechanical engineering is required.
- Must have experience with design, refurbishment and/or deployment of ceramic powder manufacturing equipment (i.e., furnaces, size classification, chemical reactors).
- Must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Must have demonstrated success leading in a team environment.
- Must have success authoring technical reports.
- Must be self-motivated. Must show imitative with minimal supervision.
- Must be capable of leading multi-disciplined teams.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:- Background in Sol-Gel processing, CVD/PVD coating, fluid bed heat treatment, ceramics and/or nuclear chemistry processing.
- Knowledge of Uranium Based Fuel Processing in preparation of ceramic/metallic powders (to include the processing of these powders).
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: $70,000.00 - $103,000.00
The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $70,000.00 and $103,000.00 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.
