Ndt Engineer

NDT ENGINEER

Definition of NDT Engineer

The NDT Engineer is the person that follows the non‑destructive testing activities on pipelay off‑shore projects.

Tasks performed by NDT Engineer

• Overall co‑ordination of the NDE Phase of off‑shore projects :
• Preparation of NDT procedures and QC documents related to the project.
• Qualify NDT procedures, planning activities and tests in order to comply project program and expectations. Face Client representatives in coordination with Project Welding Coordinators.
• Preparation of specifications of NDT equipment.
• Verify the preparation of project consumables and equipment. Liaise with the construction team to ensure the set‑up of the equipment required during production.
• Organisation of NDT Supervisors and Technicians when necessary for the performance of the work.
• Verification and supervision of NDT activities during start up of the projects.
• Transfer (and if requested advice for what necessary) to site or on board teams the procedure and project requirements. Verify that set‑up and procedures are in line with project, contractual and Client requirements. Assist site or on board teams for critical matters, unexpected situation, Client liaison and relationship.
• Maintenance of professional competence in NDE.
• Verify the performance of subcontractors
• Collect project data in order to feed statistics aimed to improve productivity and quality.
• Develop and test new procedures and methods.

Locations of the work of NDT Engineer

The work of NDT Engineer is carried out at the Welding and NDT Workshops, Subcontractors facilities and on board pipe lay vessels located worldwide.

Education and skills

• High school or technical degree is required.
• Intermediate Computer Skills : Microsoft Word, Excel, Office.
• Excellent communication skills : verbal and written.