NDE Engineer

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), 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. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Welcome to BWXT
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. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:
As our NDE Engineer, you will play a critical role in supporting the manufacturing of naval nuclear components by overseeing nondestructive testing (NDT) activities, maintaining qualification programs, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards. This role provides technical guidance, drives process improvements, and upholds quality and safety throughout the inspection process.

Location:

On-site in Euclid, Ohio

Your Day to Day as a NDE Engineer:

• Lead and oversee NDT personnel by managing qualification records, monitoring performance, and providing training, mentoring, and qualification in compliance with applicable standards and internal requirements.
• Maintain examiner qualifications in one or more of the following methods: VT, PT, MT, UT, and/or RT, as required.
• Develop, review, and qualify NDT procedures in accordance with NAVSEA 250-1500-1, MIL-STD-2132, and customer specifications.
• Analyze and resolve complex NDT issues, including exceptions and corrective action submissions (DSR’s, RAR’s, REC’s).
• Design and improve inspection fixtures to enhance safety, repeatability, and efficiency.
• Provide daily NDT technical support to production operations.
• Review and disposition nonconforming hardware to ensure compliance with technical and contractual requirements.
• Develop and maintain inspection work instructions, including method selection.
• Review vendor procedures, data history books, material transfer records, and supplier documentation for compliance.
• Evaluate manufacturing routers and engineering sketches for alignment with drawing, contract, and quality requirements.
• Ensure complete material traceability from raw material through final product delivery.
• Troubleshoot welding, inspection, manufacturing, and testing issues as they arise.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean and Six Sigma efforts.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be capable of qualifying as an NDT Examiner for Navy specifications NAVSEA 250-1500-1 for welds, MIL-STD-2132 for base materials, and NSTR-99 personnel qualification
• Certified Weld Inspector, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• Prior experience/certifications in VT, PT, MT, UT and RT preferred.
• Proficient with computer software to create, modify, and analyze complex 2D or 3D technical drawings and models
• Understanding of ANSI Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) preferred.
• Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT), including gaging and other inspection methods is a plus.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

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: $76,000 - $119,000

The base salary range for this position in Ohio (US-OH) at the start of employment is expected to be between $76,000 and $119,000 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.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT 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, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.