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 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/bwx-technologies/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true) , X (https://twitter.com/BWXT) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/BWXTech) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bwxtechnologies/) .
**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:**
The Environmental Manager is responsible for the oversight, compliance, and continuous improvement of all environmental programs at the NOG‑J site, including munitions operations, HPDU activities, and waste processing operations. This position manages all environmental permitting and regulatory requirements and provides leadership to waste technicians across all shifts.
**Location:**
On-site in Jonesborough, Tennessee
**Your Day to Day as an Environmental Manager:**
+ Leads the development, implementation, and monitoring of environmental programs covering munitions, HPDU activities, and waste processing.
+ Manages all environmental permitting requirements, including:
+ Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
+ NPDES
+ SARA Title I, II, III (EPCRA reporting)
+ Any additional federal, state, or local environmental permits and reports
+ Ensures full compliance with EPA, DOE, state, and local environmental regulations.
+ Oversees environmental sampling, inspections, audits, incident investigations, and corrective action programs.
+ Maintains accurate environmental documentation, records, and compliance calendars.
+ Prepares and submits all required environmental reports within established timelines.
+ Serves as the primary site contact for environmental regulators and external auditors.
+ Leads environmental risk assessments and drives continuous improvement initiatives.
+ Supervises waste technicians on all shifts, ensuring proper training, performance, and coverage for waste operations.
+ Supports waste characterization, profile management, storage, handling, and shipment in compliance with RCRA and other applicable regulations.
+ Develops and deliver environmental training programs for employees and contractors.
+ Participates in site leadership meetings and provides environmental guidance to operations teams.
+ Supports emergency response planning and serves on emergency response teams as needed.
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Minimum 8 years of environmental management experience in manufacturing, defense, hazardous materials, or related industrial settings.
+ Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, industrial hygiene, or related field.
+ Demonstrated expertise in environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and reporting (SWPPP, NPDES, SARA/EPCRA, RCRA, etc.).
+ Strong knowledge of federal and state environmental laws.
+ Ability to interpret complex regulations and communicate requirements clearly to operations.
+ Strong problem‑solving, leadership, and organizational skills.
+ Ability to work across multiple shifts and manage competing priorities.
+ Must be a U.S. citizen.
+ Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (D.O.E.) security clearance.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience working with hazardous waste programs and/or HPDU or radiological materials preferred.
+ Prior supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
**What We Offer:**
+ Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
+ Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
+ Professional dev