Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. 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 www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram . Requisition Number: [[id]] Engineer 2 -- Design Engineering - Mechanical; Nuclear Fuel Services - Erwin, TN Summary Description of Job: Evaluates situations, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using judgment in making minor modifications. Assignments have a clear objective and require planning and investigation of limited number of possibilities. Work is reviewed for application of sound judgement and compliance with contract technical requirements and meeting of Division policies and procedures. Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions. Assistance is furnished on unusual problems and work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment. Major Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Performs work which involves conventional types of plans investigations, structures or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are precedents. 2. Performs equipment design and development test of materials, preparation of specifications, process study, research investigations, report preparation, and other activities of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific narrow area of assignments. 3. Prepare written reports, drawings/sketches, technical documents (Approval Requests, Requests for Engineering Change, etc.), compliance reviews, monitor contract performance to quality and schedules, develop computer systems, technical requirements and review hardware for product release of manufacturing. 4. Designs and conducts tests or experiments, adjust and correlate data, organize and plan own work. 5. Applies understanding of manufacturing technology, technical process specifications, Engineering policies and procedures, QC procedures, department goals and other department and customer needs and roles. 6. Develops ability to interpret technical specifications, conduct meetings, deal with customer, vendor, and other department representative, prepare time and cost estimates. Educational Requirements of Job : B.S. Degree -- Engineering. Experience Requirements of Job (Beyond educational or equivalent) : Two (2) years' engineering experience since B.S. (1 year with MS). Further Position Requirements: • Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information in writing and verbally. • Ability to work both independently and as part of a multifunctional team. • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance. • Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship. Pay: $77,000 - $116,000 The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $77,000 and $116,000 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 such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,' unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors. As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities ("BWXT" or the "Company") complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications. BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status. BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid ("Agreement"). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT's Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. Job Segment: Nuclear Engineering, Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Recruiting, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering, Human Resources
See More Details >>Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. 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 www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram . Requisition Number: [[id]] Engineer 3 - (Design Engineering -- Mechanical) - Nuclear Fuel Services (BWXT) - Erwin, TN Position Responsibilities: • Evaluates situations, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using judgement in making minor modifications. • Assignments have a clear objective and require planning and investigation of limited number of possible solutions. • Work is reviewed for application of sound judgement and compliance with contract technical requirements and meet Engineering policies and procedures. • Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions. • Little to no assistance is furnished on unusual problems and work is reviewed for sound professional judgement. • Performs work independently which involves conventional types of plans, investigations; structures or equipment rarely with precedents. • Prepare written reports, drawings/sketches, technical documents (Technical Basis, Change Requests, Equivalencies, Set Points, etc.). • Designs and conducts tests or experiments, evaluate and correlate data, organize and plan work. • Applies understanding of manufacturing technology, technical process specifications, Engineering policies and procedures, QC procedures, department goals, customer needs and contract requirements. • Develops ability to interpret technical specifications, conduct meetings, deal with customer, vendor, and other department representatives, prepare time and cost estimates. • Work as part of team that creates and manages the Knowledge Management Program. Position Requirements: • A Bachelor's degree in Engineering. 4 years of experience required. • Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information in writing and verbally. • Ability to work both independently and as part of a multifunctional team. • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance. • Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship. Pay: $81,000 - $123,000 The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $81,000 and $123,000 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 such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,' unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors. As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities ("BWXT" or the "Company") complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications. BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status. BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid ("Agreement"). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT's Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. Job Segment: Nuclear Engineering, Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Recruiting, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering, Human Resources
See More Details >>Job Type Full-time Description JC Ford - Tennessee is seeking top talent to take our organization to the next level! We are actively seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team! Summary: The Senior product Development/R&D -Mechanical Engineer performs hands-on product design, computer analysis, and technical development for new capital machinery products and technologies using successful interaction with vendors, internal team members, and customers. This highly motivated self-starter delivers fully functional and cost-effective design solutions on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, an orientation toward details, and strength in analytical problem-solving. Requirements Specific Responsibilities Include: • Design components to be manufactured via conventional machining, sheet metal bending/rolling, welding, CNC machining and other related processes using Autodesk Inventor CAD models and drawings • Ensure designs meet product specifications, regulatory requirements, and international standards • Create and release product Bills of Materials • Participate in Design and Drawing Reviews • Develop product requirements and specification documents • Develop test procedures and validate for production • Support the development of project schedules and budgets • Perform and document Root Cause Analyses and Corrective Action Plans • Travel to customer locations as needed to troubleshoot issues and ensure programs meet deadlines, • Specify supplied components to meet design requirements and for continuous improvement • Support the work of less senior Mechanical Engineers and CAD Designers • Contribute to Engineering process development Experience and Background: • 6+ years of relevant experience with BS in Mechanical Engineering • 4+ years of relevant experience with MS in Mechanical Engineering • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with a high level of autonomy • Technical writing and documentation skills • Understanding of mechanical engineering principles and methodologies • Problem-solving skills • Advanced 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation, preferably using Autodesk Inventor 2019 • PDM experience, preferably with Autodesk Vault Pro Preferred Experience: • Structural finite element analysis • Design of Heavy machinery, preferably food processing equipment • Design of electromechanical assemblies and linear motion-driven mechanical systems • Design of combustion devices • Thermal analysis using CFD Required Education: • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from ABET accredited university. Physical Requirements: Most of the job function is performed in an office setting requiring standard safety precautions, however occasional visits to the production floor are also required.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Johnson City, TN, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction and lasting about three to four years. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national employment for mechanical engineers is projected to grow by 11% from 2023 to 2033, with local opportunities in Johnson City reflecting this upward trend. Apprentices in this region can expect to earn an average of $500 per week, with experienced mechanical professionals potentially earning upwards of $80,000 annually. Educational pathways through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild provide aspiring mechanical trade professionals with the necessary training and apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with significant earning potential.
