Core Neutronics Engineer

BWXT • Lynchburg, VA

2d • $70,000 - $103,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Core Neutronics Engineer at BWXT, you will support the nuclear analysis team by analyzing various reactor systems and collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines. The role supports advanced reactor designs involving a variety of fuel systems, life cycles, and coolant types, and spans studies from preconceptual development through final design and operation. Work uses an integrated approach to neutronics, thermal hydraulics, mechanical and stress analysis, and safety analysis to accelerate reactor design development. The position is on-site at BWXT’s Advanced Technologies Office in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver high-quality technical reports, documentation, and presentations to customers, regulators, and other organizations.
• 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, as required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering.
• Familiarity with Monte Carlo tools such as MCNP, OpenMC, or Serpent, and/or experience with deterministic nodal methods such as SIMULATE/CASMO or PARCS.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as FORTRAN, Python, C, or C++ in a Linux environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of advanced reactor designs involving a variety of fuel systems, life cycles, and coolant types.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines across joint organizational teams.
• Perform studies spanning preconceptual work through final design and operation.
• Use an integrated approach to neutronics, thermal hydraulics, mechanical and stress analysis, and safety analysis to support accelerated reactor design development.
• Contribute to a variety of projects supporting the core design team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time