Industrial Health and Safety Professional
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Engineering
Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineer
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 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.
Position Overview: This position’s primary focus will be performing technical evaluations associated with new facility equipment and modifications, conducting routine compliance audits, inspections, and assessments of existing plant conditions. These technical evaluations will include risk assessments and Process Hazard Analysis methodologies such as Event Tree Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, or What-If assessments.
Location: On-site in Lynchburg, Virginia Your Day to Day as an Industrial Health and Safety Professional:
- Evaluates facility modifications to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
- Conducts studies and surveys on general plant safety and facility needs as require by OSHA regulations and keeping with established safety work practices.
- Performs written reports, technical documents, compliance reviews and initiate appropriate corrective actions and improvement suggestions to mitigate and abate regulatory deficiencies.
- Collaborates across facility departments to ensure equipment and processes are being maintained and hazardous conditions are corrected.
- Facilitates compliance programs to ensure all Federal and State Safety and Health Regulations are maintained.
- Participates in Emergency Team training exercises and facility drills and emergency events.
- Prepares and issues written and verbal reports to management summarizing findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.
- Provides technical support to line management regarding the implementation of company procedures and safety requirements and principles.
- Provides leadership and consultation to coworkers and supports Environment Safety and Health Management.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of a Bachelor degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or other applicable engineering/science field is required.
- At least 6 years of experience in performing safety related functions within an industrial setting, or equivalent combination of education, and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Must have working knowledge of OSHA 29
CFR
1910 General Industry Regulations and Standards, specifically Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection Requirements, and Industrial Hygiene Sampling Techniques. - Must be able to demonstrate effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and possess proven ability to resolve conflict.
- Must be highly self-motivated with a keen attention to detail and demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment with proven success as a problem solver, negotiator, facilitator, and…
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