Welding Engineering Intern
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 required 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:
We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for a Welding Engineering Intern to join our innovative team, where you will play a vital role in supporting welding engineering projects and enhancing operational efficiencies. As an intern, you will assist the Welding Engineering Team with a range of responsibilities, including learning and executing basic shop floor and contract welding duties, leading 5S and process improvement initiatives, and aiding in welding procedure development. You will also conduct system audits, apply your knowledge to support troubleshooting and operations, and contribute to documentation and analysis of welding metrics. This internship provides a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment while making meaningful contributions to our welding processes.
Location:
On-site in Mount Vernon, IN
Your Day to Day as a Welding Engineer Intern:
- 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
- Ensure welding processes meet customer specifications.
- Ensure welding operations meet customer specifications and good work practices.
Required 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
Preferred Qualifications:
- ABET accreditation is preferred.
- Prior internships and/or experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Robotics/Automated process knowledge is preferred.
What We Offer:
- A competitively paid internship experience.
- A housing stipend for interns whose home of record is more than 50 miles from Mt. Vernon, IN.
- An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
- The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and training!