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Technologist 3 -- Design Eng -- Mechanical

Date: May 25, 2026 Location: Erwin, TN, US Company: BWXT Req ID: 55113

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWXT Technologies, Inc., 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.

Technologist 3 Position Overview

Responsible for the accumulation, analysis, development, and application of data required for the design and structural analysis of components or related parts/materials.

Location: Onsite Erwin, Tennessee.

Your Day to Day as a Technologist 3:

• Performs the more sophisticated calculations and work required for the design and structural analysis of nuclear components and related parts, materials, and equipment.
• Prepares and reviews reports and evaluates content for conformance to the requirements of CMC-49 and other contractual specifications.
• Maintains a general working knowledge of applicable code requirements and other applicable regulatory guides and standards.
• Maintains an awareness of technical background for design criteria established by these documents.
• Maintains and updates standards for nuclear components and related equipment.
• May perform calculations and analyses in support of the development of new component designs, methods, and procedures.
• Prepares formal reports and studies for presentation within the Company and to customers.

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Eight (8) years related experience.
• Experience in technical industrial environments is required.
• Complete assignments in accordance with engineering procedures, practices and standards, and good work practices.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $65,000 - $103,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $65,000 and $103,000 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. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and 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.