Phased Array Technician - Pipeline Integrity

Echo NDE Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

RRSP match

Certifications paid by employer

Fitness discounts

Insurance options

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Echo NDE Inc. is seeking Phased Array Technicians to support our PLI division across Western Canada and the United States. The role focuses on PAUT inspections, data interpretation, and ensuring alignment with pipeline integrity standards.

Candidates should have UT/PAUT certificates, strong field experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a commitment to safety and high-quality results.

Qualifications

• PAUT inspection experience in pipeline integrity
• Ability to interpret inspection data with accuracy
• Experience reviewing PAUT inspection reports

Responsibilities

• Perform PAUT inspections on piping long seams and welds
• Locate and interpret pipeline flaws per ASME codes
• Review and assist with pipeline integrity reports
• Collaborate with field crews and project teams

Skills

PAUT experience

Data management

Analytical skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

CGSB UT2 certificate

CGSB MT2 certificate

PCN PAUT Level 2

Tools

PAUT equipment knowledge

Job description

Position Summary

Echo NDE is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rockwood Service Corporation and provides full service non-destructive testing, inspection, and integrity services throughout North America. Our wide array of services is tailored towards maintenance, integrity, construction for both facility and pipeline sectors to a range of industries. As a company driven on customer service and a high-quality product, we strive to offer leading edge technology and our team of technicians are driven to provide the highest quality possible.

Position Details:

Echo NDE is seeking Phased Array Technicians to support our PLI division across Western Canada and the United States.

This position is ideal for technicians with strong PAUT and code-based inspection experience who thrive in a fast-paced field environment, performing critical integrity assessments on pipeline assets across North America.

Responsibilities

• Locate, identify, and interpret pipeline flaws utilizing various NDE inspection methods.
• Ability to perform various examinations on live natural gas or liquid pipelines.
• Review of pipeline integrity inspection report, including assisting other pipeline integrity technicians with reporting.
• Perform Phased Array (PAUT) on inspections of piping long seams, girth welds on piping and related equipment.
• Execute inspections in accordance with ASME codes and standards.
• Interpret and evaluate inspection data with accuracy and integrity.
• Work collaboratively with field crews and project teams.

Requirements

• CGSB Ultrasonic Testing UT2 certificate.
• PCN PAUT Level 2 or equivalent.
• CGSB Magnetic Particle Testing MT2 certificate.
• Knowledge of the pipeline industry and, more specifically, pipeline integrity inspections required.
• Ability to manage and organize large and varied amounts of data.
• Possess good analytical skills, detail oriented.
• Be able to communicate clearly in writing and verbally (English).
• Be able to pass a vision and color detection test.
• Possess a valid driver’s license minimum (class 5) with a clean driving record.
• Able to work well within a team environment.

Grow Your Career With Us

We recognize that highly skilled PAUT technicians are built through both experience and ongoing development.

Why work with Echo NDE?

We understand that a team is shaped by its leaders and their ability to bring the best out in everyone. We select and train every employee with care. Echo NDE employees who work on any site will conduct themselves in a professional manner and complete every job safely, correctly, efficiently, and respectfully.

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefit plan, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Our employees enjoy a competitive and comprehensive total compensation package, including employer-paid benefits, RRSP with company match, employer-paid certifications, discounted fitness memberships, insurance options, employee assistance programs, and more!

At Echo NDE, we are dedicated to fostering a respectful workplace and providing outstanding opportunities for those who are eager to succeed.

Company Overview

Echo NDE provides non-destructive testing, inspection, and asset integrity services across North America. We support maintenance, asset integrity, and construction activities for facility and pipeline clients across a range of industries.

Our teams combine trained technical professionals, specialized inspection capabilities, and a commitment to quality to help clients make informed decisions about the condition, safety, and reliability of critical assets. We focus on responsive service, dependable execution, and work that supports safe, effective operations.

At Echo NDE, people are central to how we work. We are looking for individuals who value diverse responsibilities, collaborative teams, and opportunities to build their skills and careers while contributing to meaningful work.

Accessibility accommodations are available to applicants upon request.

The company uses AI-enabled tools to organize candidate responses. These tools may be used during the screening or assessment process.