Manufacturing Process Engineer

Company: BWX Technologies, Inc.
Location: Lynchburg
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link At BWX Technologies, Inc. -(NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Va., -BWXT -provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for national security, clean energy, environmental remediation, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With -approximately 6,400 employees, BWXT has 12 major operating sites in the U.S. and Canada. -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 remediation and nuclear operations management at more than 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. Follow us on Twitter at @BWXTech and learn more at -www.bwxt.com . BWXT is currently seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer for its Advanced Technologies location in Lynchburg, VA.
BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT's innovation hub. BWXT's Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers. If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you. The position will be located in the Lynchburg, VA Advanced Technologies office. Job Description / Duties:

• Own and lead process, procedure, and method improvements in a manufacturing environment in support of multiple programs.
• Ensure the right quantity of components/products are delivered and aligned to support prototyping/manufacturing efforts. -
• Review efficiencies within manufacturing to deliver high quality products/components to clearly defined standards working with quality and designated engineering personnel.
• Implement production processes and procedures.
• Lead productivity improvements with project-based activities including new product introduction.
• Identify manufacturing needs for new products in development.
• Generate production documentation such as assembly instructions, work packages, Inspection & Test Plans, etc.
• Reduce variability in manufacturing by providing standard work methods and work instructions.
• Ensure product and process quality meets specifications as required.
• Coordinate meetings and stakeholder activities.
• Drive actions required to implement process, procedure, and method improvements.
• Implement best practices from other BWXT sites for continuous learning in the manufacturing environment.
• Work cohesively with the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) organization on process, procedure, and method improvements to support manufacturing.
• Propose improvements to processes/methods.
• Exercise judgement to identify and solve problems.
• Provide additional support to the Manufacturing Development, Prototyping, Testing, and Delivery Group as necessary. Job Qualifications / Requirements:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
  • A minimum of seven (7) years of job-related experience performing work in an engineering and manufacturing environment is required. Previous work within the nuclear industry is preferred.
  • Must be able to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and handle multiple priorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to resolve issues and problems by gathering information, pertinent facts and situational analysis to arrive at sound conclusions and take appropriate actions through effective communications is required.
  • Must be detail-oriented with strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to use sound judgment and discretion when working with sensitive and confidential information.
  • Must be a team player with demonstrated experience leading teams to deliver results.
  • Must have strong knowledge of and ability to use various applications to efficiently accomplish work.
  • Must have prior experience with Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required. 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 COVID-19 and other health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company COVID-19 requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation -and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) -ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance -which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, -drug test -and previous employment reference verifications. BWXT supports diversity and 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, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.
    Nearest Major Market: Lynchburg
    Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia
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