Process Engineer - TRISO Fuels; ENG

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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  .

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 require 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.

On-site in Lynchburg, Virginia

• Provide engineering support for the development and fabrication of Uranium Based TRISO Fuel.
• Support production operations as the technical lead and subject matter expert for the assigned process responsibility.
• Support shop floor operations, resolution of fabrication issues and generate process improvement ideas.
• Prepare operating procedures and electronic shop floor routings.
• Assist in the development of equipment designs and fabrication methods successfully fabricate uranium-based fuels.
• Generate functional specifications for equipment that supports the process.
• Create training plans and write operating procedures for shop floor personnel and FLMs.
• Participate in training activities.
• Follow BWXT established change management and Safety Evaluation processes.
• Evaluate process data to determine efficiencies and consistency of processes.
  
  Make recommended modifications/improvements based upon data evaluation.

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemical, materials, or mechanical engineering is required.
• Must have experience with design, refurbishment and/or deployment of ceramic powder manufacturing equipment (i.e., furnaces, size classification, chemical reactors).
• Must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must have demonstrated success leading in a team environment.
• Must have success authoring technical reports.
• Must be self-motivated. Must show imitative with minimal supervision.
• Must be capable of leading multi-disciplined teams.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

• Background in Sol-Gel processing, CVD/PVD coating, fluid bed heat treatment, ceramics and/or nuclear chemistry processing.
• Knowledge of Uranium Based Fuel Processing in preparation of ceramic/metallic powders (to include the processing of these powders).

• 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…