Electrical Engineer; ENG

BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) is 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  Follow us on Linked In, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Location: Onsite in Lynchburg, VA

As an Electrical Engineer for BWXT you will join a team that powers some of the most important nuclear and national-security missions in the country. In this role, you will design and support complex electrical systems that keep our facilities running safely, reliably, and efficiently. Your work will directly contribute to BWXT’s mission of delivering high-consequence engineering with uncompromising precision.

• Design complex electrical systems for facility infrastructure, including substations, switch gear, transformer sizing, VFDs, power monitoring, and related systems.
• Review and write technical specifications for facility equipment and buildings.
• Manage projects involving electrical infrastructure additions, replacements, and modifications.
• Collaborate closely with facility engineers, contractors, and maintenance teams to ensure safe and effective execution.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology, plus a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Working knowledge of National Electric Code, NFPA 70E and 79, and 29 CFR 1910 OSHA Standards.
• Ability to work during the annual plant shutdown (week of July
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• Ability to support occasional emergency needs related to power distribution (less than 5% of the time).
• Experience with industrial or facility infrastructure design and industrial equipment.
• CAD experience (Micro Station preferred but not required).
• Demonstrated superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal guidance, interpret business needs, and recommend practical solutions.
• High self-motivation with excellent attention to detail.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• 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: $76,000 - $119,000

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $76,000 and $119,000 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…