Subcontract Engineer

Subcontract Engineer

• Industry: Management and Supervision
• Published: Sep 01, 2024
• Mt Vernon, Indiana
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Job Description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Va., BWXT provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for national security, clean energy, environmental remediation, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With approximately 7,400 employees, BWXT has 12 major operating sites in the U.S. and Canada. 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 remediation and nuclear operations management at more than 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. Follow us on Twitter at @BWXTech and learn more at www.bwxt.com.

 

 

Subcontract Engineer - Mt. Vernon, Indiana *New hire is likely to require several weeks of on-the-job training at the Barberton facility in Ohio, so some initial business travel is likely to be required.

Provide the primary Engineering interface with suppliers in support of the fabrication of subcontracted parts and assemblies or of outside materials processing operations.

 

Primary Responsibilities: 

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Provide the primary Engineering interface with suppliers in support of the fabrication of subcontracted parts and assemblies or of outside materials processing operations. Duties include:
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Reviewing and interpreting customer technical specifications, drawings and other requirements, merging with internal requirements and developing scope-specific technical ordering packages for our outside service procurements.
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Understanding and becoming expert on suppliers' production methods and capabilities.
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Working closely with Purchasing to review quotations and participate in supplier selection and development activities.
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Participating in supplier audits, surveillance of key operations at supplier facilities, and supporting efforts to de-risk the procurements.
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Working with a team of subject matter experts to verify that the suppliers' processing methods and procedures are in compliance with all applicable technical and adminsitrative requirements, and support the development of compliant product.
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Managing the assignment and inventory of free-issued material and other assets to support timely completion of work at the supplier.
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Evaluating and supporting disposition of any discrepant material.
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Reviewing supplier-generated procedures and certifications for compliance and performing electronic system transactions in SAP and other business systems to manage work, ensure material traceability and release acceptable material to subsequent fabrication operations.
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Developing Bills of Material and participating in materials selection and drawing development exercises for new projects, and assisting with the development of material cost and level-of-effort estimates in support of proposals.

 

Job Requirements:

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Qualified candidates must possess a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical degree with experience in a manufacturing environment in a comparable industry.
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New hire is likely to require several weeks of on-the-job training at the NOG-Barberton facility in Ohio, so some initial business travel is likely to be required.
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A successful candidate, beyond having the technical acumen, will demonstrate: strong attention to detail, effective use of electronic systems and applications, agility to move between multiple ongoing projects and react appropriately to adjusting priorities, an unwavering quality-oriented mindset, a productive working relationship with suppliers and teammates, the professionalism and communication skills to work under remote supervision and to seek needed guidance when necessary, and an ability to leverage team resources to achieve desired results.
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Must be a U.S. Citizen with no dual citizenship, capable of receiving a DOE clearance.
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Experience understanding and properly interpreting Geometric Dimensionsing and Tolerancing (GD&T) on drawings, assessing/optimizing material fabrication processes and controls and mentoring suppliers towards delivering high-quality product is preferred.

 

 

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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 COVID-19 and other health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company COVID-19 requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

 

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. Citizenship (with no dual citizenship) and ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation and previous employment reference verifications.

 

BWXT supports diversity and 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, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status

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https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf