Materials Engineer at BWX Technologies, Inc.

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.

Materials Engineer - BWX Technologies, Inc.- Mount Vernon, IN

BWXT is seeking a Materials Engineer to provide the primary Engineering interface in support of the procurement of raw material commodities such as tubing, forgings, sheet, plate and castings, and providing metallurgical support for other procurements including fabricated assemblies.

Job Duties include:

• Reviewing and interpreting customer technical specifications and requirements, merging with internal requirements and developing scope-specific technical ordering packages for our material procurements.
• Understanding and becoming expert on suppliers' production methods and capabilities.
• Working closely with Purchasing to review quotations and participate in supplier selection and development activities.
• Participating in supplier audits, surveillance of key operations at supplier facilities, and supporting efforts to de-risk the procurements.
• Position may require ability to support significant travel and/or extended assignments as a resident at key suppliers (foreign or domestic) on a rotating basis with others in the department.
• Working with a team of subject matter experts to verify that the suppliers' processing methods and procedures are in compliance with all applicable technical and administrative requirements and support the development of compliant product.
• Evaluating and supporting disposition of any discrepant material.
• Reviewing certifications and performing electronic system transactions in SAP and other business systems to manage work, ensure material traceability and release acceptable material to subsequent fabrication operations.
• Developing Bills of Material and participating in materials selection and drawing development exercises for new projects and assisting with the development of material cost and level-of-effort estimates in support of proposals.
• Supporting plant manufacturing operations on an as-needed basis by providing technical expertise on materials-related issues.
• Initial business travel to the NOG Barberton, Ohio facility for on-the-job training will be required.

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

• Qualified candidates must possess a B.S. in Metallurgy Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or similar engineering degree.
• Two or more years of engineering experience is required.
• Ability to travel to the NOG facility in Barberton, Ohio for several weeks of on-the-job training is required.
• A successful candidate, beyond having the technical acumen, will demonstrate: strong attention to detail, effective use of electronic systems and applications, agility to move between multiple ongoing projects and react appropriately to adjusting priorities, an unwavering quality-oriented mindset, a productive working relationship with suppliers and teammates, the professionalism and communication skills to work under remote supervision and to seek needed guidance when necessary, and an ability to leverage team resources to achieve desired results.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with no dual citizenship, capable of receiving a DOE clearance.

Benefits:

The Materials Engineer will work a 9/80 work week while receiving market leading pay, paid time off, paid winter holiday shutdown, educational refund plan, medical, dental, vision and service-based retirement contributions with additional 401k match.

Pay: $77,000 - $112,000

The base salary range for this position in Indiana (US-IN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $77,000 and $112,000 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 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.

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