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 6,400 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  .

BWXT is currently seeking a Fire Protection Engineer Intern for a position!

The Fire Protection Engineer Intern will be mentored and trained to perform various technical evaluations associated with new facility equipment and modifications, participating in routine compliance audits, inspections, and assessments of existing plant conditions while supporting overall efforts the ESH&S department in the Nuclear Operations Group Lynchburg.

Job Description/Duties:

• Evaluates facility modifications to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
• Conducts studies and surveys on general plant safety and facility needs as required by OSHA regulations and keeping with established safety work practices.
• Performs written reports, technical documents, and compliance reviews, and initiates appropriate corrective actions and improvement suggestions to mitigate and abate regulatory deficiencies.
• Collaborates across facility departments to ensure equipment and processes are being maintained and hazardous conditions are corrected.
• Provides technical support to line management regarding the implementation of company procedures and safety requirements and principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master's degree program in an applicable Engineering/Science field.
• Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fire Protection Engineering degree is preferred.

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) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test 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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