Technical Integrator

Company: BWX Technologies, Inc.
Location: Lynchburg
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. H eadquartered 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 Technical Integrator for its Lynchburg, VA - Ramsey Place location! BWXT's Advanced Technologies (AT) group designs and develops innovative new nuclear reactors and radioisotope production systems, and develops data science and advanced manufacturing techniques for leading-edge applications. The Technical Integrator, working in close coordination with the Program Manager, will lead a multi-disciplinary technical team to perform product design, product development, and manufacturing development. This role requires a broad technical background in nuclear-related technologies, a strong drive for results, and the ability to forge effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, and partner organizations. Job Description/Duties:

• Serves as the technical interface with customer, other BWXT divisions, and partner companies.
• Plans and organizes engineering tasks - scope, schedule, and budget.
• Provides day-to-day direction to assigned engineers and works with them to identify and implement solutions to technical challenges.
• Coordinates among the various technical disciplines and work scopes.
• Reviews engineering deliverables for overall technical adequacy and cohesiveness.
• Works closely with Engineering line management to ensure appropriate resources are assigned and priorities are clear.
• Works closely with Project Management, Systems Engineering, and Quality Assurance (QA) to identify technical and quality requirements.
• Works closely with Project Management over the lifecycle of the project to ensure scope, schedule and budget requirements are met.
• Tracks changes (work scope changes, design changes, etc.) and communicates to Project Management.
• Works closely with Project Management in the preparation of work packages, also known as work authorizations, for assignment to Engineering personnel.
• Conducts kick-off meetings, design reviews, and periodic status meetings with engineering personnel.
• Ensures inputs are available for task assignments.
• Provides periodic engineering and schedule updates to Project Management, typically on a weekly basis.
• Prepares and presents materials regarding project status to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides on-call engineering consultation.
• Provides technical input for purchase requisitions for equipment, materials, and services.
• Works with potential vendors and performs technical oversight of vendor activities. Job Qualifications/Requirements:
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Nuclear or similar discipline) from an ABET-accredited university is required.
  • A minimum of 7 years relevant engineering experience is required. Preference given to candidates with a strong technical background.
  • Prior experience with nuclear reactor equipment design and manufacturing.
  • Must have demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, direct the work of others, and collaborate effectively with partner organizations.
  • Must have demonstrated ability to recognize and solve problems and to recommend solutions for technical problems.
  • Ability to cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Project.
  • Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.
  • Travel (20-30%) domestic and international is required. Preferred Qualifications:
    • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the application of design sprints and agile development sprints.
    • Familiarity with basic project management principles (e.g., SPI, CPI). U.S. Citizenship, with no dual citizenship is required for this position. 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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