Entry-Level Software Engineer

Location: Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Job Title: Software Engineer

Status: Full-time Professional

Annual Salary Range: $68,268 - $129,056

• Salary and grade commensurate with education and experience.
  
  
  

Job Summary

As a Software Engineer at BPMI, you will be responsible to perform semi-complex critical technical functions to support company operations in areas including, but not limited to; developing and maintain engineering, scientific and or administrative software applications, implementing and maintaining purchased applications and systems (i.e. Oracle Cloud), and following software compliance and documentation standards. Work may include implementing and maintaining physical design and smooth operation of database, web and cloud applications and infrastructures, serving as an interface between the IT organization and the Lines of Business to ensure the information technology needs of the user communities are addressed in accordance with BPMI requirements.

Essential Duties:

• Initiate software engineering responsibilities to gather requirements, plan work, design, code, test and deploy application, system and infrastructure solutions.
• Create and maintain software and system documentation.
• Provide end user training and support.
• Research and select suitable tools and methods to support development and maintenance activities.
• Perform software engineering responsibilities related to the development and implementation of databases.
• Monitor, tune, and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain web, cloud and application server infrastructures.
• Support Lines of Business and IT by gathering and disseminating user community needs and communicating status on current and planned IT initiatives that address these needs.
• Coordinate development efforts and assume responsibility for timely delivery of requested functional and technical requirements.
• Support less experienced personnel in the development and maintenance of applications, systems and infrastructure solutions.
• The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the responsibilities of the position.
  
  
  

What You Can Expect:

• A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.
• A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security.
• Competitive and attractive pay and
• Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.
• Career advancement and professional development programs.
  
  
  

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree, from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.
  
  
  

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 for newer college graduates, preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience, including previous internships or co-ops, preferred.
• Ability to work independently and to collaborate with a team and stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) across all levels of an organization.
• Experience with Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service (VBCS) to build and extend Redwood-based applications.
• Experience with developing using Oracle APEX in OCI environments.
  
  
  

Why BPMI?

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). BPMI is involved in the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components for installation in nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, submarines, and prototype plants for the U.S. Navy. Teamwork, cooperation, and the pursuit of excellence have been the driving forces behind the growth and success of BPMI. For more information, visit

BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you will be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.