AE/UT Tester

FIBA Technologies, Inc.; Littleton (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

FIBA Technologies, Inc. seeks an AE/UT Tester to perform Acoustic Emission and Ultrasonic Testing on compressed gas tubes and cylinders. You will set up testing sensors, run PAC software, conduct leak inspections, and generate compliance reports both in plant and off-site locations.

The role requires a high school diploma, 0–2+ years in manufacturing, and Level I/II certifications. You will lift 50+ lbs, travel up to 30%, and may supervise junior technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 0-2+ years in a manufacturing environment preferred, especially in compressed gas.
• Must have mechanical aptitude, math and analytical skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and stand crawl climb for extended periods.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 30%.
• Level I and Level II certifications required.
• May supervise manufacturing assistants when needed.
• Working conditions include indoor/outdoor plant environments and flammable gases.

Responsibilities

• Test tubes and cylinders by connecting sensors and using PAC testing software to generate data.
• Replace valve and safety components per policy or request.
• Perform leak tests on joints using detectors and spray solutions.
• Compile data and reports using Word and Excel.
• Visually inspect tubes for cracks, welds, burns, or pits.
• Handle stockroom duties and unpack/organize parts.
• Conduct UT using sensors, computers and cranes; compile UT reports.
• Assemble and disassemble trailer components as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Math skills

Physical endurance

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Crane

Wrench

Inspection mirror

Pit gauge

Fire retardant suit

Safety glasses

Hard hat

Ear plugs

Steel-toe boots

Computers

Sensors

PAC testing software

Ultrasonic testing equipment

Job description

The AE/UT Tester performs Acoustic Emission (AE) and Ultrasonic Testing (UT) on compressed gas tubes and cylinders to ensure structural integrity and compliance. This role involves setting up advanced testing sensors, utilizing specialized PAC software, performing leak inspections, and generating detailed compliance reports. Operating both inside and outside the plant environment, the tester also handles mechanical assembly, visual defect evaluations, and stockroom duties as required.

Job Duties:

• Tests tubes and cylinders by connecting sensors and utilizing computer program (PAC testing software)to generate data
• Replaces valve and "safeties" components per company policy or customer request
• Performs leak test on tubes and cylinders using oxygen leak detector from spray bottle with pre-made solution; sprays joints, welds and front and rear of tubes and cylinders.
• Compiles reports for company and customer utilizing Microsoft Word and Excel test data
• Performs visual evaluation of tubes and cylinders for defects. Inspects cracks, welds, burns and pits using pit gauges, and mirrors.
• Perform stockroom work; involves unpacking parts and placing on shelves.
• Perform ultra-sonic tests utilizing sensors, computers and cranes.
• Compile reports based on testing data for UT area.
• Assemble and disassemble trailer components.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma
• Experience: 0-2+ years in manufacturing environment preferably in the compressed gas industry.
• Mechanical aptitude, good math and analytical skills, ability to lift 50+ lbs, Requires ability to stand, crawl, climb and walk for extended periods of time.
• Requires ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 30% of time.
• Level I and Level II certifications.
• May supervise manufacturing assistant if job requires more than one person to complete in a timely manner.
• Working Conditions are inside plant, outside plant, extremes of temperature, may work with and around flammable gases.
• Will use crane, wrench, inspection mirror, pit gauge, fire retardant suite, safety glasses, hard hat, ear plugs, steel toed boots, computers, sensors.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.