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BWXT is currently seeking a System Design Manager for its Advanced Technologies location in Lynchburg, VA!
BWXT is seeking an experienced System Design Manager for our Advanced Technologies (AT) office in Lynchburg, VA. BWXT AT designs and develops innovative new nuclear reactors and radioisotope production systems, and develops data science and advanced manufacturing techniques for leading-edge applications. The System Design group performs all aspects of system design and development, from the identification of system requirements (in coordination with Systems Engineering), through process flow mapping, P&ID development, equipment selection, performing supporting system analysis, preparing test requirements, evaluating test results, and preparing equipment specifications. The group has key interfaces with Systems Engineering, Mechanical and Component Design, Testing, and Manufacturing Engineering.
The System Design Manager will lead a multi-disciplinary team of engineers. This role requires substantial Engineering background and knowledge of nuclear reactor systems and nuclear quality assurance requirements. The ideal candidate will also have exceptional interpersonal skills to coordinate multiple engineering activities simultaneously across joint organizational teams. The System Design Manager will perform supervisory duties such as performance reviews, coordination of staff training and development, setting of goals and priorities, and workload assignments/projections. The System Design Manager will provide strategic direction, technical leadership and tactical oversight of work performed in the group, as well as day-to-day direction to the team members.
If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you. The position will be located in the Lynchburg, VA, Advanced Technologies office. Relocation benefits are available for this position.
Job Description / Duties:
- Coordinate and/or work with teams in the generation of work products and organizational / technical / quality processes associated with system design.
- Provide technical oversight of work performed by the group to ensure accuracy and quality.
- Participate in and facilitate resolution of complex technical challenges.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to team members as well as periodic performance feedback to foster development of capabilities.
- Plan system design activities in support of projects (e.g., provide schedules, budgets, task plans, and resource assignments).
- Direct and participate in the development and maintenance of procedures and guidelines for system design activities.
- Prepare input for proposals.
Job Qualifications / Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Nuclear or similar discipline) is required.
- A minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience is required.
- Prior experience in the design of thermo-mechanical fluid systems is required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical documents and presentations is required.
- Must be a strong team player with the ability to develop effective relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Project is required.
- 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, whichever is required.
Additional Desired Skillsets:
- Experience with the operation of thermo-mechanical fluid systems, particularly in nuclear power applications.
- Prior experience working with or for government agencies such as NASA, DOE, and DOD.
- Familiarity with ASME NQA-1 requirements.
- Familiarity with NRC and/or DOE requirements.
- Experience applying ASME B31.
- Active DOE or DOD security clearance.
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Pay: $114,000.00 - $165,000.00
The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $114,000.00 and $165,000.00 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.
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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