Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

At BWX Technologies, Inc., 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 7,000 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.

Position Overview:

As our Quality Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing quality assurance processes, conducting audits, and analyzing data to identify areas for improvement.

Location:

On-site in Euclid, Ohio

Your Day To Day As A Quality Engineer:

Provide daily floor support in the manufacturing of naval nuclear components.

Reviewing and dispositioning non-conforming hardware.

Responsible for creating and maintaining work instructions to inspect parts in accordance with contract requirements, which includes determining the proper inspection methods.

May be required to design part specific functional gaging.

Review manufacturing process routers and sketches, ensuring processes are in accordance with contract requirements.

Verify process stack calculations.

Ensure material traceability is maintained throughout processing, from raw material to delivery of product.

Review history book documents such as product bill of materials (BOMs), procedure lists and product certifications to support shipping of hardware.

Troubleshoot manufacturing, inspection and test processes as issues arise.

Participate in projects such as lean/six sigma teams or process improvement initiatives.

Lead investigations and use root cause analysis to improve product quality associated with scrap, rework and defect reduction.

May be required to present to groups of employees, to lead quality stand downs or communicate recent quality issues.

Perform quality planning on new products and existing hardware.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or other technical field.

Entry level to Senior candidates will be considered, salary commensurate with experience.

Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints.

Understanding of ANSI Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) preferred.

Familiarity with gaging and other inspection methods, including non-destructive testing (NDT) is a plus.

Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining - milling, turning, grinding and welding is a plus.

Prior experience using SAP is a plus.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

May be required to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance.

Great attitude and proactive approach to identifying and solving complex problems.

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!