TRISO Fuel Engineer

TRISO Fuel Engineer

**Location:** Lynchburg, VA, US **Company:** BWX Technologies

At BWX Technologies Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a 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 7,000 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 www.bwxt.com.

**Description:** BWXT’s Nuclear Operations Group, Lynchburg, is currently seeking a TRISO Fuels Engineer for its Lynchburg, VA location. **Essential Functions/Responsibilities:**

• Provides engineering support for the fabrication of Uranium Based Fuels both metallic and ceramic for commercial applications such as Next Generation Nuclear Power TRISO Fuel.
• Participates in the troubleshooting of issues arising in existing equipment and assists with the deployment of new equipment.
• Supports production operations as the technical lead and subject matter expert for the assigned area of responsibility.
• Supports shop floor operations and resolution of fabrication issues.
• Generates process improvement ideas.
• Prepares Operating Procedures and Electronic Shop Floor Routings.
• Assists in the development of equipment designs and fabrication methods to successfully fabricate Uranium Based Fuels.
• Creates training plans for shop floor personnel and participates in the training activities.
• Follows BWXT established change management and Safety Evaluation processes.
• Evaluates process data to determine efficiencies and consistency of process.
• Makes recommended modifications and improvements based upon data evaluation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

**Required Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of engineering experience.
• Previous experience with design, refurbishment, and/or deployment of ceramic powder manufacturing equipment.
• Superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Excellent experience in authoring technical reports.
• Highly self-motivated and directed with keen attention to detail.
• Proven ability in leading multidisciplinary teams.
• U.S. Citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Background in Sol-Gel processing, CVD, PVD coating, fluid-bed treatment, and/or nuclear chemistry processing for Next Generation Nuclear Fuels (e.g., TRISO).
• Knowledge of Uranium Based Fuel Processing in the preparation of TRISO fuels.

**Pay:**

• $92,000 - $142,000

*Note: The base salary range for this position in Virginia, US (VA) at the start of employment is between $92,000 and $142,000 per year.*

**Benefits:**

• Total compensation package may include an annual cash incentive, medical benefits, retirement plans, and other benefits. Details will be provided upon offer of employment.

**Additional Requirements:**

• Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation.
• Position requires U.S. citizenship with no dual citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance.

**Equal Employment Opportunity:** BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity.

**Nearest Major Market:** Lynchburg **Nearest Secondary Market:** Virginia