Electrical Engineer
BWX Technologies
Idaho Falls, ID · Posted October 24, 2026
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BWSR is the overhaul Program Subcontractor at the Naval Reactors Facility in Idaho Falls, ID. The main project areas at the site include remediation of historical research facilities, characterization of site-infrastructure to support on-going maintenance and construction.
Electrical Engineer - BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWSR) - Idaho Falls, ID
Your Day to Day as an Electrical Engineer:
Perform detailed electrical engineering in support of construction, facility modification, and infrastructure upgrade projects at NRF.
Prepare and revise work procedures, calculations, electrical drawings, and related technical documentation.
Provide engineering support for electrical power distribution systems, equipment modifications, and facility improvements.
Ensure assigned engineering work complies with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and site requirements.
Support multidisciplined project teams and coordinate with operations, project management, safety, radiological controls, environmental, procurement, quality, and other disciplines.
Conduct field walkdowns, technical reviews, troubleshooting, and engineering evaluations in support of project execution.
Review drawings, specifications, vendor submittals, and other technical documents for adequacy and compliance.
Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and engineers from other disciplines, as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program and a minimum of four years of engineering experience is required.
Power systems engineering experience is required.
Experience preparing electrical drawings, engineering packages, work procedures, calculations, and technical documentation is required.
Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards, including NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70E, IEEE, and other applicable industry standards, is required.
Must be a U.S. Citizen; dual citizenship is not permitted.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” security clearance; current clearance is a plus.
Must obtain and maintain Radiological Controls and other qualifications as directed by Naval Reactors.
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional Engineer license from Idaho or any other state is highly desired.
Master’s degree is desirable.
Previous experience in DOE, naval nuclear, or other highly regulated environment is desirable.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!
Pay: $86,000 - $136,000
The base salary range for this position in Idaho (US-ID) at the start of employment is expected to be between $86,000 and $136,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to 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 base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual 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.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.
BWXT 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, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.
BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.