NDT Technician

KBM Resourcing; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bathgate is seeking an NDT Technician to perform manual ultrasonic testing and inspections. The successful applicant will support the quality control team in maintaining safety and quality standards in manufacturing operations. Practical experience in an engineering environment is essential, along with familiarity with industry codes. This is a full-time, permanent position offering an excellent opportunity to advance in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in a fast-paced engineering/fabrication environment.
• Working knowledge of health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
• Experience with industry codes such as ASME, API 1104 and BS EN ISO 17640.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe working area according to company policies.
• Preparation of scan plans and NDT records.
• Accurate reporting of defect size and location.
• Carrying out NDT activities and liaising with clients.

Skills

Manual ultrasonic testing (MUT)

Magnetic particle inspection (MPI)

Liquid penetrant inspection (LPI)

Verification of NDT equipment

Job description

Overview

NDT Technician competent in manual ultrasonic testing (MUT), magnetic particle inspection (MPI) and liquid penetrant inspection (LPI) of welds and components. Certification in MUT of tees, nodes and nozzles is advantageous. It is preferred, but not essential that the successful applicant is qualified in MUT of forgings and visual testing (VT) of welds. The role involves working as part of the quality control team to support fabrication, machining and welding operations in manufacturing and remanufacturing of standard connector products and capital drilling equipment. An understanding of HSE and QA requirements within an engineering organisation is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe working area and performing tasks in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Preparation of scan plans.
• Preparation of NDT records all products in accordance with project quality control plans and specifications.
• Accurate reporting of defect size and location including sketches.
• Verification of NDT equipment prior to use.
• Carrying out NDT activities as required.
• Liaising with clients and 3rd party inspectors on a regular basis.
• Maintenance of traceability logs in the fabrication and welding department.
• Supporting goods-in and final inspection operations when required.
• Uploading completed NDT Reports to the document control system.

Requirements

• Practical experience in a fast-paced engineering/fabrication environment with working knowledge of health, safety, environmental and quality procedures is essential.
• Experience working with relevant industry codes and standards such as ASME, Section V and VIII; API 1104 and Spec 16A or BS EN ISO 17640.
• Experience of using flexible or rigid MPI coils is advantageous.
• Full time (37.5 hours) and permanent