Automation Systems Engineer

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.

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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 require 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.

The Automation Systems Engineer plays a critical role in supporting BWXT’s robotic operations. This position involves end-to-end management of robotic systems—from hardware selection and system design to network integration, software development, and system commissioning. The successful candidate will oversee the procurement and development of new robotic equipment, work collaboratively with engineers and key stakeholders to define system interfaces and capabilities, and lead the vendor selection process by establishing equipment specifications.

• The Automation System Engineer is responsible supporting BWXT robotic operations and is involved in all aspects of robotic system execution, including hardware selection, system design, network design, software development, and system commissioning.
• Manages procurement and development of new robotic equipment. Works with engineers and stakeholder groups to define system interfaces and capabilities. Creates equipment specification and leads vendor selection. Manages project from start to finish, including working with multidisciplinary team and managing project budget. Conducts end user training and ensures documentation of maintenance and operational instructions.
• Continuously improves systems to sustain safety and operational compliance.
• Contributing member in maintaining robotic safety requirements and aids in performing safety risk assessments.
• Assists cross functional disciplines with proper use of automated equipment for areas of diagnostics, repair, upgrades, installment, operational compliance, and end user training.
• Preforms other programming and automation tasks as dictated by management.

• Ability to conceptualize and define complex systems-of-systems is required.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to translate customer/client expectations into clear, concise, verifiable requirements.
• Must have detailed understanding of Systems Requirements, Architecture, Interface Definition, and Design.
• Demonstrable ability to collaborate on the creation, development, and presentation of technical briefings is required.
• Must be a self-starter, capable of effectively working both as part of a team and independently, able to recognize and solve technical problems.
• Familiarity with standard MS Office applications and MS Visual Studio is required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a DOE clearance.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities,…