Senior Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technologist

WSP USA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technologist in British Columbia to bridge engineering, inspection, and testing across critical infrastructure projects.

You will conduct field, shop, and construction inspections, support corrosion, metallurgy, coatings, welding, and NDT initiatives, and translate findings into clear recommendations and documentation to enhance asset integrity.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of experience in corrosion, coatings, metallurgy, welding inspection, NDT, materials testing or related environments.
• Certifications: AMPP/NACE Coating Inspector Level 3, CSA W178.2 Level 3 Welding Inspector, CGSB MT/MPI and UT, or progress toward them.
• Familiarity with CSA, ASTM, AWS, AMPP/NACE, SSPC, ISO standards.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field, shop, and construction inspections, testing activities, and condition assessments on critical infrastructure assets.
• Support corrosion, metallurgy, protective coating, welding, and NDT projects to improve asset performance and longevity.
• Translate field observations, inspection findings, and testing results into clear technical documentation and recommendations.
• Contribute to asset integrity, rehabilitation, and infrastructure durability projects that support safer communities.
• Review and organize inspection records, laboratory results, technical documentation, and quality records to support project delivery.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, laboratories, and project teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
• Support construction-phase services through site observations, deficiency tracking, quality documentation, and project closeout activities.
• Expand expertise across materials engineering, corrosion assessment, coatings, welding inspection, and advanced testing technologies.

Skills

Corrosion

Coatings

Metallurgy

Welding inspection

Non-destructive testing

Materials testing

Infrastructure assessment

Technical writing

Documentation

Communication

Education

Materials Engineering degree

Metallurgical Engineering degree

Materials Science degree

Civil Engineering degree

Welding Technology degree

Inspection Technology degree

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Unlock Potential

Help protect and extend the life of critical infrastructure across British Columbia. As a Senior Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technologist, you'll bridge engineering, inspection, and testing activities within our Materials Engineering team. Working across corrosion, metallurgy, coatings, welding, and asset integrity projects, you'll contribute to solutions that improve infrastructure reliability, durability, and performance for clients in the transportation, municipal, industrial, commercial, and energy sectors.

Your Impact

• Conduct and coordinate field, shop, and construction inspections, testing activities, and condition assessments on critical infrastructure assets.
• Support corrosion, metallurgy, protective coating, welding, and NDT projects that improve asset performance and longevity.
• Translate field observations, inspection findings, and testing results into clear technical documentation and recommendations.
• Contribute to asset integrity, rehabilitation, and infrastructure durability projects that support safer, more resilient communities.
• Review and organize inspection records, laboratory results, technical documentation, and quality records to support project delivery.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, laboratories, and project teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
• Support construction-phase services through site observations, deficiency tracking, quality documentation, and project closeout activities.
• Expand your expertise across materials engineering, corrosion assessment, coatings, welding inspection, and advanced testing technologies.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Civil Engineering, Welding Technology, Inspection Technology, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in corrosion, coatings, metallurgy, welding inspection, non-destructive testing, materials testing, infrastructure assessment, or related consulting and testing environments.
• Hands-…?
• AMPP/NACE Coating Inspector Level 3, CSA W178.2 Level 3 Welding Inspector, CGSB MT/MPI and UT certifications, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining these credentials, are required.
• Familiarity with CSA, ASTM, AWS, AMPP/NACE, SSPC, ISO, and related industry standards.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills with the ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
• Ability to travel occasionally and perform field work in a variety of environmental conditions, including industrial facilities, fabrication shops, construction sites, and remote locations.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 - $102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 - $97,200

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $69,900 - $92,900

Disclosure:

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark

Bring your expertise in NDT, coatings, corrosion, metallurgy, and welding inspection to a team that is helping clients safeguard and extend the life of critical infrastructure. If you're energized by technical challenges, field-based problem solving, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on infrastructure across British Columbia, we'd love to hear from you.

At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP , you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies) .