Thermal Hydraulic Core Design Engineer

Thermal Hydraulic Core Design Engineer

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.

Position Overview: As our Thermal Hydraulic Core Design Engineer, you will contribute to a variety of projects in a collaborative team environment, performing thermal analysis of advanced core designs that include a variety of fuel systems, cycle, and coolant types. The Engineer will work within the core design team, interacting with neutronic core design, fuel performance, mechanical, and systems engineers. Depending on the candidate's qualifications, the role may involve supporting the development of core thermal modeling, simulation, and optimization tools.

Location: On-site in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office

Your Day to Day as a Thermal Hydraulic Core Design Engineer: Perform thermal analysis of advanced core designs that include a variety of fuel systems, cycle, and coolant types. Control a broad scope of studies, from preconceptual through reference design. Perform a range of core thermal analysis from quick scoping to design quality. Support the development of core thermal modeling, simulation, and optimization. Interact with neutronic core design, fuel performance, mechanical, and system engineers. Work in a core design team contributing to a variety of projects.

Required Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in engineering or physics is required. A minimum of four (4) years of related experience is required. Must be a strong team player with the ability to develop effective relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers. Must be able to learn a variety of new procedures, processes and tools while maintaining various stages of production. Must possess understanding of design control and configuration control concepts and project engineering activities (task plans, schedules). Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, which may be required.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in nuclear or mechanical engineering with a focus on thermal hydraulics. Prior experience with verification and validation of thermal analysis tools. Familiarity with physics tools such as Ansys, Relap5-3D, and Flownex. Knowledge of programming languages such as FORTRAN, Python, C, and C++.

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: $86,000.00 - $136,000.00 The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $86,000.00 and $136,000.00 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.