Entry-Level Engineer, Advanced Technologies

Job overview

The Entry-Level Engineer, Advanced Technologies role is onsite in Lynchburg, VA. Compensation is not specified. The role supports BWXT Advanced Technologies, which researches, designs, and develops nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion, and radioisotope production systems. This position provides engineering support across engineering, manufacturing, or research functions. The engineer contributes to design, analysis, testing, and development of advanced nuclear systems, helping multidisciplinary teams mature technologies and deliver project objectives.

What you'll do

• Support design, analysis, testing, and development of advanced nuclear systems
• perform engineering calculations, modeling, and technical evaluations
• collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• prepare technical documentation, design packages, test plans, procedures, and reports
• participate in laboratory, prototype, and system testing
• identify technical risks and evaluate design alternatives
• assist with procurement, fabrication oversight, supplier interactions, and hardware integration
• ensure engineering products meet quality, safety, regulatory, and contractual requirements
• present technical findings and project updates.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

entry-level engineer

advanced technologies

nuclear systems

engineering

research and development

design and analysis

testing

lynchburg va

bwx technologies

bachelor's degree

u.s. citizen

security clearance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, retirement plans, flexible work schedules, paid time off, professional development, mentorship, continuing education sponsorship, and relocation assistance for those who qualify.

Why this role

Pipeline/evergreen requisition for future candidate needs; bachelor's degree in engineering or physics required by June 2027; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DOE or DOD security clearance required.

About the employer

BWX Technologies, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.