Project Chief Engineer

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

-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and 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 7,800 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. For more information, visit

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

The Project Chief Engineer, working in close coordination with the Program Director, Lead Systems Engineer, and Engineering disciplines will lead the development of a novel nuclear reactor and plant from product development through delivery and testing. The Project Chief Engineer will be the technical design authority for the program, as delegated by the Director of Engineering, and will collaborate with and be supported by a multi-disciplinary team of engineers.

This role requires a broad technical background with experience in the nuclear field, strong leadership skills, and the ability to forge effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, and partners.

On‑site in Lynchburg, Virginia.

• Responsible for the technical integrity of the reactor and plant design.
• Define key technical approaches.
• Facilitate technical problem resolution among various disciplines and stakeholders.
• Work with Engineering management to ensure high quality engineering work products.
• Work with Program Management, Systems Engineering, and Quality Assurance to identify technical and quality requirements and synthesize innovative solutions that meet the requirements.
• Work with the Systems Engineering, Design and Testing organizations as the verification plans are developed to ensure the adequacy of the test program.
• Facilitate the interface between the manufacturing, procurement, and design organizations.
• Lead the review and disposition of non‑conformances during manufacturing and assembly activities.
• Review engineering deliverables for overall technical adequacy and cohesiveness.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and partners in the development of the nuclear reactor plant product.
• Work with potential vendors and perform technical oversight of vendor activities.

• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of relevant work experience is required.
• Must have demonstrated experience in nuclear reactor design.
• Experience leading technical teams for medium and large projects is required.
• Must have superior written and verbal communication skills up, down and across organizations, both internally and externally.
• Must have strong technical decision-making skills.
• Must be able to work within a fast‑paced development environment with the demonstrated ability to be flexible.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Project is required.
• Travel (~20%) is required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.