Pre Production Machinist
BWX Technologies
- Location
- Euclid, OH, US
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
About this role
At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and 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 www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram . Welcome to BWXT We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference. Position Overview: As our Pre Production Machinist, you will be following engineering prints, specifications, and routing sheets. You will perform a variety of manufacturing, machining, fitting, assembly, set-up operations to plan and develop an array of tools, fixtures, and inspection equipment. Produce or repair components or equipment. Knowledge of conventional CNC Machinery and familiarity with conversational control, CNC Lathes, Mills, and Grinders will be necessary. Location: On-site in Euclid, Ohio Your Day to Day as a Pre-Production Machinist:
Plan, develop, and manufacture a variety of equipment such as tools, jigs, fixtures, master dies, molds, gages, inspection equipment, etc., used to manufacture and/or repair components or equipment. Set up and operate machining and grinding equipment, and perform layout, fitting, assembly, and manufacturing operations of production and repair parts including milling, drilling, turning, grinding, burring, sawing, and EDM etc. Use existing, or develop new methods, processes, and equipment to plan and execute manufacturing and/or repair operations on equipment and components. Develop, set-up, and operate prototype, sample, or experimental procedures or production lots to test newly developed production methods or tooling. Use a full range of hand and power tools, as well as measurement equipment to perform job duties. Follow engineering prints, specifications, and/or routing sheets in performing all planning, development, manufacturing and repair operations. Recommend modifications and revisions of procedures. Inspect all work using appropriate measurement instruments. Assistance may be given to other operators with proper operational procedures. Perform housekeeping and other job-related duties as assigned by foreman.
Required Qualifications
Five (5) years of experience in set-up and operation of the following types of machines: CNC lathe, CNC Mill, Manual Lathe, Bridgeport, Jig Bore, EDM, Surface Grinder, ID/OD Grinder, completion of an accredited training program will be considered. High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required. If necessary, be able to demonstrate ability to perform above skills on a test piece. Knowledge of Fanuc and conversational programming. Experience in manufacturing and repairing deviated parts, tools, and fixtures.