Engineer 4 -- Facilities Support Eng (Process Ventilation) - BWXT

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Engineer 4 - (Facilities Support Engineering -- Process Ventilation) Nuclear Fuel Services (BWXT) - Erwin, TN

Summary Description of Job:

This position is primarily responsible for process ventilation systems and equipment, such as scrubbers, fans, ducts, filters, and associated sensors and control systems.  Under the general supervision of the manager, has technical responsibility for manufacturing, quality control, or subcontractor processes that must yield acceptable product.  May supervise other engineers and technicians engaged in mutual technical work.  Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments.  Makes decisions to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work.  Requires the use of advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts, and practices of the field and related sciences.  Supervision and guidance related largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.

• Plans, develops, and coordinates a large and important engineering project or a number of small projects.
• Performs complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures.
• May develop and evaluate plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others.
• Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering evaluation tests, equipment or quality control systems.
• Organizes own work and that of other engineers and technicians who may be assigned as assistants on projects. 
• Estimates personnel needs and schedules and assigns work to meet completion dates.
• Provides the technical expertise necessary for making mature and sound engineering or quality control judgments. 
• Anticipates and resolves unprecedented engineering problems.
• Provides periodic written reports outlining work to date, problems encountered, and solutions found to be effective.
• Provides the necessary interface between departments to resolve problems affecting assigned projects.
• Performs assigned work in a timely manner with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assists in the training of new engineering personnel.
• Responsible for process ventilation systems and equipment, such as scrubbers, fans, ducts, filters, and associated sensors and control systems.  
• Calculates and/or measures technical data such as differential pressures, air and liquid flow, and vibration.
• Completes and maintains appropriate documentation, set point analysis, calculations, and drawings.
• Selects and references relevant published standards and specifications.  Supports continuous improvement by developing internal standards, procedures, and specifications.
• Maintains a safety-focused and teamwork-oriented environment.

Educational Requirements of Job:

• B. S. -- Engineering (ABET accredited institution preferred)

Experience Requirements of Job (Beyond educational or equivalent requirements):

• Seven years' engineering experience since B. S. degree (six years with M.S. degree)

Additional Position Requirements:

• Knowledge of process ventilation system equipment and operation, including rotating equipment, and experience monitoring operation and performance of equipment.
• Experience in developing and implementing solutions for process ventilation needs, including specifying new equipment, modifications, upgrades, and maintenance.  Interacts with internal stakeholders, project managers, maintenance staff, and contractors to realize project plans.
• Calculates and/or measures technical data such as differential pressures, air and liquid flow, and vibration.
• Completes and maintains appropriate documentation, set  point analysis, calculations, and drawings.
• Selects and references relevant published standards and specifications.  Supports continuous improvement by developing internal standards, procedures, and specifications.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multifunctional team.
• Performance of Engineering Design Authority role with responsibility of approving plant modifications and ownership of the technical design requirements for plant.
• Experience in plant systems and processes in nuclear facility.
• Knowledge/experience in reviewing design documents as it relates to configuration control/management of change for physical plant modifications.
• Familiarity with ANSI/DOE standards for Configuration Management of Nuclear Facilities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.

The base salary range for this position in  TN at the start of employment is expected to be between $85,000 and $145,000 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 COVID-19 and other health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company COVID-19 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) and ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT supports diversity and 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, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.