Machinist III

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

Responsibilities

• Produce moderately complex to highly complex conventional machined components/tooling to precision tolerances.
• Inspect work of other machinists as directed by supervisor.
• Train and assist lower classification machinists as directed by supervisor.
• Comply with all plant work rules, regulations and specific instructions, maintain required records, logs and documentation.
• Identify and escalate operations problems to the area foreman with objective options for resolution.
• Produce complex conventional machined components/tooling to extreme precision tolerances.
• Handle hazardous materials properly.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience.
• Two-year machining technology certificate and completion of four-year apprenticeship is preferred.
• Possess mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills to comprehend, follow written and verbal direction.
• Ability to properly plan, perform calculations, layout and select efficient cutting parameters for conventional machining of components/tooling.
• Ability to use and interpret basic shop inspection tools and manually record data.
• Good problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Knowledge of conventional and CNC machine tool operations including application and programming.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

Pay

Salary: $30.90 - $40.50 per hour, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation. From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.