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BWXT · 1 hour ago

Welding Engineer- Additive Manufacturing

Barberton, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$80K/yr - $101K/yr

BWX Technologies, Inc. is a Fortune 1000 company that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions. They are seeking a Welding Engineer specializing in Additive Manufacturing to contribute to their innovative projects, requiring expertise in metallurgy and additive manufacturing processes.

Clean EnergyIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingMechanical Engineering

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

MetallurgyAdditive ManufacturingWelding ProcessesMaterials TestingCAD/CAM SoftwareTechnical DocumentationProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailCollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Materials Science & Engineering, Welding Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with materials emphasis, or equivalent