Mechanical Tooling Engineer 1

BWXT • Mount Vernon, IN

2d • $70,000 - $103,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Tooling Engineer designs, develops, and procures tooling to support heavy-equipment fabrication, with an emphasis on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The role uses NX extensively and works with production, weld, manufacturing, and other engineering teams to develop effective tooling solutions. It also involves coordinating with vendors on pricing, kickoff meetings, and technical support throughout the build process. Regular time on the production floor is essential for understanding build sequences, supporting product teams, and gathering feedback.

The engineer prepares design reports, conducts peer reviews, approves drawings, and validates designs through structural analysis using hand calculations, MathCAD, finite element analysis (FEA), and similar engineering tools. The position is on-site in Mount Vernon, Indiana.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Mechanical, Nuclear, or Manufacturing Engineering Technology; or Physics.
• Experience working with solid modeling, preferably NX.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with internal and external customers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.
• All candidates must be U.S. citizens.
• Selected applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Civil Engineering.
• Prior experience providing engineering support in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience working in discrete manufacturing environments or within the defense industry.
• PE license or working toward a PE license.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling for heavy-equipment fabrication, including fixtures, platforms, gauges, and welding or lifting support equipment.
• Collaborate with production teams, end users, and engineering groups to review concepts and refine tooling solutions.
• Use NX to model, analyze, and finalize tooling designs.
• Work with vendors to obtain pricing, lead kickoff meetings, and provide technical guidance throughout the build process.
• Spend time on the production floor to understand build sequences, support product teams, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
• Prepare design reports, conduct peer reviews, approve drawings, and perform structural analyses using hand calculations, MathCAD, FEA, and similar tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• Inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between generations.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level