Core Neutronics Design Engineer in Lynchburg

Position Overview

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

On-site in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office

• Perform analysis of advanced core designs which includes 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.
• Perform work using an integrated approach for neutronics, thermal hydraulics, mechanical/stress, and safety analysis, to achieve accelerated reactor design development.
• Contribute to a variety of projects supporting the core design team.

• A bachelor's degree in engineering or physics is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in neutronics analysis and design.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to write and deliver high quality technical reports and documentation, including presentations to customers, regulators, and other organizations.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.

• MS in Nuclear Engineering is a plus.
• Familiarity with Monte Carlo tools such as MCNP, OpenMC or Serpent and/or experience with deterministic nodal methods such as SIMULATE/CASMO or PARCS.
• Knowledge of programming such as FORTRAN, Python, C, 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 backgrounds.
• 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.

Base salary range: $76,000.00 - $ per year. Total compensation may include an annual cash incentive and other benefits.

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. All candidates must be U.S. citizens and will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. The position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified or sensitive information.