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BWXT · 2 months ago

Test Facility Technician

BWX Technologies, Inc. is a leader in providing safe and effective nuclear solutions. The Test Facility Technician will be responsible for fabricating and machining test hardware, operating test loops, and maintaining the facility while ensuring all activities are documented properly.

Clean EnergyIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingMechanical Engineering
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Responsibilities

Create, edit, and verify programs for CNC mills and lathes
Setup and operate Manual and CNC Mills and Lathes
Use drawings and measuring devices (Micrometers, Calipers, Etc.) to inspect parts
Order consumables and identify and order tools
Manual welding of carbon steel, inconel, and stainless steel
General use of shears, saws, grinders, and torches
Perform rigging and lifting of complex components weighing up to 10 tons
Setup and fixturing of the weldment
Use drawings and measuring devices (Tape Measures, Micrometers, Calipers, Etc.) to inspect parts
Fabricate and install test hardware and take as-build measurements from drawings
Build test loops from basic Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) and Engineering instruction
Install and wire instrumentation; perform continuity checks on the wiring and checks using the data acquisition system and LabView
Operate Test Loops to achieve desired test points while documenting all activities in a log book
Perform preventative maintenance on the shop equipment (Mills, Lathes, Bandsaws, Welders, etc.)
Perform checks and maintain the test loops (Pumps as large as 1750 HP, Bearings, Oil, Seals, etc.)
Perform preventative maintenance on other general facility items and work with contractors where necessary
Quote or assist with quoting tooling and or testing jobs (hours and material)
Fill out purchase requests and work with the purchasing department to purchase the required material

Qualification

CNC MachiningManual MachiningManual WeldingTest Loop OperationPreventative MaintenanceMicrosoft OfficeASME Welding Certification

Required

Experience with manual and CNC machining, manual welding, within a test laboratory environment, and/or maintenance of CNC machines, welders, and pump. (Candidates with experience in 1 of the 4 skills listed will be considered.)
Familiar with basic PC use, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Preferred

ASME welding certification is a plus, but not required

Benefits

Health, dental, and retirement plans
Flexible work schedules and paid time off
Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education
An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations
Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career

Company

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.75B
Key Investors
Wells Fargo
2025-11-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2022-10-12Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2021-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $400M

Leadership Team

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Rex Geveden
Chief Executive Officer
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