Core Neutronics Design Engineer

Position Overview

As our Core Neutronics Design Engineer, you will provide support to the core design team by engaging in a variety of projects and performing analysis of core designs while collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines.

• Perform analysis of advanced core designs, including a variety of fuel systems, life‑cycle, and coolant types.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines across joint organizational teams.
• Perform work on a broad scope of studies, from preconceptual through final design and operation.
• Utilize an integrated approach for neutronics, thermal hydraulics, mechanical/stress, and safety analysis to accelerate reactor design development.
• Contribute to a variety of projects supporting the core design team.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in neutronics analysis and design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical reports, documentation, and presentations to customers, regulators, and other organizations.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, as required.

• Master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering.
• Experience with Monte Carlo tools such as MCNP, OpenMC, or Serpent, and/or deterministic nodal methods such as SIMULATE/CASMO or PARCS.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as FORTRAN, Python, C, or C++ in a Linux environment.

• 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, 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: $76,000.00 – $ per year, based on local job market factors and individual qualifications.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens and will be required to pass a pre‑employment check and drug screening. The position may also require obtaining and maintaining security clearance for access to classified or sensitive information.

BWX Technologies, Inc. is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity and ensures that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, training, and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status.