Thermal Fluids Analyst (Temporary Assignment)

Bwxt • Lynchburg, VA

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About The Position

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a 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. This temporary role offers flexibility and can be performed onsite at our Advanced Technologies office in Lynchburg, VA, remotely, or as a hybrid position. We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. BWXT's Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers. Please note that this is a temporary position intended to support project needs over a 6-month timeframe.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in engineering or physics is required.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in engineering is required.
• Must have a strong understanding of heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
• Must possess a technical background in mechanical engineering design, fluid systems, thermodynamics, and process instrumentation.
• Must be proficient with standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to self-direct with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Active DOE or DOD security clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Update an existing thermal/fluid model and generate a report on the results.
• Modify and enhance pre-existing thermal/fluid models to reflect the updated design parameters.
• Run simulations to evaluate system-level thermal performance.
• Interpret and analyze results to identify trends, deviations, and design implications.
• Prepare a detailed technical report summarizing the modeling approach.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure model accuracy and alignment with system design objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree