Mechanical Tooling Engineer

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-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. 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 restoration and operations management at 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. For more information, visit  .

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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 required 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 role is responsible for designing, developing, and procuring tooling that supports heavy‑equipment fabrication while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Using NX extensively, the position partners with production, weld, and manufacturing teams to create effective tooling solutions and collaborates with vendors through pricing, kickoff meetings, and technical support. Time on the shop floor is essential to understand build sequences and gather feedback.

The role also prepares design reports, conducts peer reviews, approves drawings, and performs structural analysis using hand calculations, MathCAD, FEA, and other engineering tools to validate designs and support project schedules.

• Design and develop tooling for heavy-equipment fabrication, including fixtures, platforms, gauges, and welding or lifting support equipment.
• Collaborate with production teams, end users, and engineering groups to review concepts and refine tooling solutions.
• Use NX extensively to model, analyze, and finalize tooling designs.
• Work with vendors to obtain pricing, lead kickoff meetings, and provide technical guidance throughout the build process.
• Spend time on the production floor to understand build sequences, support product teams, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
• Prepare design reports, conduct peer reviews, approve drawings, and perform structural analyses using hand calculations, MathCAD, FEA, and similar tools.

• BQ – Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering;
  Mechanical, Nuclear or Manufacturing Engineering Technology; or Physics
• Two or more years engineering experience required
• Experience working with Solid Modeling, preferably NX.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively with both internal and external customers.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Civil…