Nondestructive Testing Engineer

Airswift; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking an experienced NDT Inspector to support subsea pipeline fabrication activities. The successful candidate will ensure welding and inspection activities are carried out in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements.

The role operates on a 4 weeks on, 2 weeks off rotation with a quick mobilisation on 27th August.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in NDT inspection within offshore sectors.
• Extensive AUT experience including weld examination and interpretation of subsea pipeline girth welds.
• Strong background in SMAW and FCAW welding processes.
• Fully conversant with the requirements of DNV-ST-F101 and their application to pipeline fabrication and inspection activities.
• Excellent understanding of QA/QC procedures, welding standards, and fabrication processes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise with project, quality, and fabrication teams.

Responsibilities

• Support subsea pipeline fabrication projects from a quality and inspection perspective.
• Review and interpret AUT data for pipeline weld acceptance.
• Liaise with project, quality and fabrication teams to resolve non-conformances.
• Assist with QA/QC documentation and inspection reports.

Skills

NDT inspection

AUT (Automated Ultrasonic Testing)

Welding inspection

DNV-ST-F101

QA/QC procedures

Communication

Tools

PipeWizard AUT

Job description

We are currently seeking a experienced NDT Inspector to support subsea pipeline fabrication activities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring welding and inspection activities are carried out in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements.

Role would be based on 4 weeks on and 2 weeks off rotation.

Quick start is required for this role - 27th August Mobilisation

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years' experience in NDT inspection within the offshore oil & gas, pipeline, or marine construction sectors.
• Extensive experience in Automated Ultrasonic Testing, including weld examination and interpretation of subsea pipeline girth welds.
• Strong background in welding inspection, with a solid understanding of SMAW and FCAW welding processes.
• Fully conversant with the requirements of DNV-ST-F101 and their application to pipeline fabrication and inspection activities.
• Excellent understanding of QA/QC procedures, welding standards, and fabrication processes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with project, quality, and fabrication teams.

Experience:

• Proven track record supporting subsea pipeline fabrication projects from a quality and inspection perspective.
• Extensive hands-on experience reviewing and interpreting AUT data for pipeline weld acceptance.
• Experience using PipeWizard AUT systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with advanced AUT technologies and industry-recognised inspection methods.
• Experience reviewing inspection reports, welding records, NDT documentation, and supporting quality assurance activities throughout fabrication.
• Previous involvement in offshore pipeline, spoolbase, or large-scale EPC projects would be highly advantageous.