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# Test Engineer

- **Company:** BWX Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** Lynchburg, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Data Analysis, Test Data, Test Scripts
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3377281134&tx=ZT2524THV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* A bachelor's degree in engineering or physics is required (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, or a related discipline).
 * A minimum of two (2) years of related experience is required.
 * Must have experience with disciplined operations.
 * Must possess a technical background in engineering design.
 * Must have experience collaborating effectively with multiple internal teams and intercompany teams.
 * Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 * Must be able to self-direct with minimal day-to-day supervision.
 * Must be a U.S. Citizen.
 * Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with the design and/or operation of fluid systems and instrumentation and control for nuclear applications.
 * Experience with instrumentation and control systems and automation.
 * Hands-on experience with building and operating test setups and equipment.
 * Active DOD or DOE Security Clearance.

## Description

As our Test Engineer, you will be responsible for the development and execution of test programs focused on verification and acceptance testing of components and systems for first-of-a-kind nuclear systems. In collaboration with Research and Engineering teams, the Test Engineer will develop and execute test plans; design, build, and operate test equipment; conduct testing activities; analyze and interpret data; and prepare detailed technical documentation for products, systems, and components., Your Day to Day as a Test Engineer:

 * Support testing programs during all phases of the design process.
 * Develop test plans to address testing requirements provided by other cross-functional teams. Test plans include test equipment concept, procedures, cost estimate, etc.
 * Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the planned testing will meet their needs.
 * Support Engineering in the design of test equipment.
 * Support the build of test setups (test stands/test rigs) in coordination with the Operations team and perform commissioning (test readiness) activities.
 * Perform testing in collaboration with Operations team. Ensure operational discipline is maintained by operators and test engineers and that testing is executed per plan and in a safe manner.
 * Analyze test data and evaluate whether executed tests meet defined objectives.
 * Prepare test reports.
 * Prepare and deliver presentations to internal and external stakeholders.


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