What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welding Engineer- Additive Manufacturing position at BWXT?
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Welding Engineer- Additive Manufacturing - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, Ohio
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Materials Science & Engineering, Welding Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with materials emphasis, or equivalent.
Strong theoretical understanding of metallurgy, microstructure, phase transformations, fusion welding processes, and materials behavior — especially for both ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
Familiarity with additive manufacturing processes (e.g., powder-bed fusion, directed energy deposition), including powder handling, build parameter selection, post-processing, heat treatment, and material qualification.
Experience or coursework in process development, materials testing / characterization, microstructural analysis, non-destructive testing (NDT), mechanical testing.
Ability to produce clear, detailed technical documentation (procedures, process specs, build plans, test reports, inspection records).
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate across disciplines (design, manufacturing, QA, inspection, R&D).
Hands-on experience in welding or AM operations; knowledge of powder metallurgy, metallurgy of welds and AM builds, post-build heat treatment, and quality assurance / inspection practices.
Experience with CAD / CAM or process-planning software, build-simulation tools, specimen testing, or materials research.
Good communication skills and ability to work with both engineering and production teams.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Expereince working in an AM Environment (R&D or Production)
Pay: $80,000 - $101,000
The base salary range for this position in Ohio (US-OH) at the start of employment is expected to be between $80,000 and $101,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.
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 health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.
BWXT 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, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.
BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.
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Welding Engineer- Additive Manufacturing - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, Ohio
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Materials Science & Engineering, Welding Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with materials emphasis, or equivalent.
Strong theoretical understanding of metallurgy, microstructure, phase transformations, fusion welding processes, and materials behavior — especially for both ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
Familiarity with additive manufacturing processes (e.g., powder-bed fusion, directed energy deposition), including powder handling, build parameter selection, post-processing, heat treatment, and material qualification.
Experience or coursework in process development, materials testing / characterization, microstructural analysis, non-destructive testing (NDT), mechanical testing.
Ability to produce clear, detailed technical documentation (procedures, process specs, build plans, test reports, inspection records).
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate across disciplines (design, manufacturing, QA, inspection, R&D).
Hands-on experience in welding or AM operations; knowledge of powder metallurgy, metallurgy of welds and AM builds, post-build heat treatment, and quality assurance / inspection practices.
Experience with CAD / CAM or process-planning software, build-simulation tools, specimen testing, or materials research.
Good communication skills and ability to work with both engineering and production teams.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Expereince working in an AM Environment (R&D or Production)
Pay: $80,000 - $101,000
The base salary range for this position in Ohio (US-OH) at the start of employment is expected to be between $80,000 and $101,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.
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 health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.
BWXT 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, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.
BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.
Job Segment: Nuclear Engineering, QA, Quality Assurance, Testing, Security Clearance, Engineering, Quality, Technology, Government
Salary : $80,000 - $101,000