Lead Engineer-Night Shift

Lead Engineer – Night Shift

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At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.

-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions…
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.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to be the primary engineering liaison within our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will engage actively in the shop environment to resolve delays, stoppages, and engineering-related inquiries collaboratively. Building strong relationships with night shift stakeholders is essential to ensure seamless communication and coordination. This role will require partnering with the operations team to identify process weaknesses and implement improvements effectively.

On‑site in Mt. Vernon, Indiana

• Serve as the primary engineering point of contact/coordinator for manufacturing engineering, tooling engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a regular presence in the shop to assist in resolving delays, stoppages, concerns, and questions through answering engineering‑related concerns.
• Build strong working relationships with night shift stakeholders.
• Escalate any concerns as necessary to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Serve as the liaison between program management, operations, quality, and lead manufacturing engineer for issues that arise during assigned shift.
• Ensure responsible day‑shift engineers are cognizant of issues that arise during night shift through appropriate and timely means of communication given the level of the issue.
• Serve as Engineering & Technical Services representative for any safety or quality response or investigation teams that occur during assigned shift.
• Work with manufacturing engineers to standardize instruction across product lines.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract/drawing requirements for dispositioning quality notifications.
• Perform special assignments as deemed necessary.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance is required.
• Ability to train on first shift for up to 6 months.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or civil engineering.
• Demonstrated professional communication skills both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Familiarity with SAP preferred.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Work schedule will be 8 pm to 6:30 am or 4:00 pm to 2:30 am, Monday‑Thursday (when training period is complete).
• Paid time off to promote a healthy work‑life balance.
• 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: $66,000 – $101,000

The base salary range for this position in Indiana (US‑IN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $66,000 and $101,000 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…