Systems Engineer - Digital Manufacturing & Systems Integration

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are a U.S.-based Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator providing safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine, and space exploration. With over 7,800 employees, BWXT operates 14 major 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 and supply precision components, services, and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry. Our joint ventures manage environmental restoration and operations at U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology also advances medical radioisotope production and microreactors for defense and space applications.

We believe in empowering employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference in nuclear innovation.

About the role

As a Systems Engineer supporting BWXT’s High Purity Depleted Uranium (HPDU) production capability, you will play a lead role in developing and integrating the digital, automated, and highly connected manufacturing environment required for pilot, initial-rate, and future full-scale production. This role bridges engineering, IT, operations, quality, and enterprise systems to establish BWXT’s “Facility of the Future,” ensuring a scalable, compliant, and high-performance production capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the integrated manufacturing systems architecture for HPDU production.
• Lead integration of manufacturing execution systems (MES), laboratory systems, automation platforms, material tracking technologies, ERP systems, analytics platforms, and engineering tools into a unified operating environment.
• Partner with IT to define and execute a digital roadmap supporting phased manufacturing deployment.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement advanced technologies including AI-enabled tools, industrial analytics, digital twins, model-based engineering tools, and advanced automation.
• Support requirements development, interface control, and system integration across engineering and operational disciplines.
• Lead vendor and technology evaluations for manufacturing software, automation systems, analytics platforms, and digital tooling.
• Develop system requirements, functional specifications, interface control documents, and integration plans.
• Ensure manufacturing systems comply with nuclear quality requirements, configuration management standards, cybersecurity controls, and regulatory expectations.
• Support commissioning, operational readiness, and long-term sustainment of digital and manufacturing systems.
• Drive continuous improvement through data analytics and digital-transformation initiatives across the production enterprise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
• Ten (10+) years of industrial manufacturing experience.
• Experience supporting complex manufacturing facilities with integrated digital and operational systems.
• Demonstrated experience integrating engineering, manufacturing, operations, and IT systems and teams.
• Must be a U.S. citizen capable of obtaining and maintaining a DOE clearance.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Skills

Desired technical experience in several of the following areas:

• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Industrial Automation (PLC, SCADA, HMI)
• Manufacturing Data Historians (e.g., OSIsoft PI)
• ERP integration (SAP preferred)
• Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Industrial networking, OT/IT integration
• Digital Manufacturing and modernization initiatives
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Systems Integration and interface control
• Digital twin technologies
• AI applications in manufacturing environments
• Data analytics, industrial BI platforms
• Industrial cybersecurity
• Configuration and requirements management
• Work in nuclear or other highly regulated manufacturing environments

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote work-life balance (as applicable).
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship, continuing education, and technical training.
• A collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and cross-generational teamwork.
• Opportunity to help build a first-of-its-kind manufacturing capability supporting national security missions.
• Continuous learning and advancement throughout your career at BWXT.

Pay

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) is $99,410 to $157,000 per year. The offered salary is based on local job market factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. The total compensation package may also include an annual cash incentive and a full range of medical, retirement, and other benefits.

Schedule

This is an on-site position located in Jonesborough, Tennessee.