Welding Engineer Intern Job at BWX Technologies, Indiana

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  • BWX Technologies
  • Indiana

Job Description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a 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 Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

 

 

We are looking for motivated college students to join our highly-skilled team of engineers for an exciting internship or co-op in Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

 

At BWXT, our interns perform challenging tasks in their field of study while developing and delivering unique solutions for use in a nuclear environment. Our interns work collaboratively as part of our manufacturing and operational teams and will tackle various projects and tasks relating directly to fabrication and engineering challenges. Interns will be exposed to various parts of the manufacturing process that may include process and procedure creation/revisions, assisting with product and/or tooling improvements, perform testing and analysis, and assist with engineering and shop operations personnel on a daily basis. A BWXT internship not only provides valuable on the job training but allows you to be a part of something bigger!

BWXT offers paid internships along with a housing stipend for those interns whose home of record is more than 50 miles from Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Internships will last approximately 10-12 weeks or a co-op could last a semester or longer depending on the student's needs. At the end of the internship, each intern has the opportunity to present their completed work/ assigned projects to the leadership team.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

 

The Welding Engineering Intern’s main assignment will be to support welding engineering projects, improvements, and welding engineering specific functions. The intern will support the Welding Engineering Team with various tasks including but not limited to:

  • Learn and carryout basic functions of shop floor and contract welding engineering duties
  • Lead 5S/process improvement projects relating to specific shop operation jobs
  • Assist with performance of welding procedure development and interpretations
  • Perform welding operation and system audits
  • Apply knowledge of welding processes to support shop floor operations and troubleshooting of welding equipment and operations
  • Documentation and support of operational improvements such as the following:
    • Creation of job specific aids, weld instructions, or checklists
    • Carryout operational efficiency projects (Individual & Team Based (Multi-discipline)
    • Support data collection and analysis for weld metrics

 

Internship Program Qualifications:

 

  • Must be enrolled full time in a  Welding Engineering program .
  • Must have enough credits to be at least at sophomore status
  • Prior internship experience is preferred but not required.
  • Experience or knowledge with basic arc welding processes such as GTAW, SMAW, SAW, and GMAW welding. Robotics/Automated process knowledge is preferred but not required.
  • Proficient in fundamental computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  • Strong technical problem-solving abilities and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
  • Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship

 

Pay: $21.50 - $27.50

 

The starting hourly rate for this position in Indiana (US-IN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $21.50 and $27.50 per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as 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 the hourly rate (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation, or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or applicable 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 supports diversity and 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, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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