ASNT Level III NDT/NDE Specialist

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Gibsonton (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Supportive culture

Health benefits

PTO and holidays

401K match

Family benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking an experienced NDT Level III to act as the site technical authority for RT, VT, PT, and UTT in support of high-integrity turbine components. You will govern method qualification, examinations, and problem solving while maintaining audit-ready records.

The role requires ASNT Level III certification, Radiation Safety training, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams across Quality, Engineering, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent NDT experience may be considered.
• Minimum 7 years training, examining, qualifying, and certifying NDT personnel.
• Experience administering an employer-based qualification and certification program.
• ASNT Level III in RT required; Radiation Safety training for industrial radiography.
• IRRSP certification preferred; must obtain and maintain if not held.
• Level III in VT and PT with UTT experience; capable of dispositions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Level III for assigned NDT methods and govern testing programs.
• Develop, review, approve, and maintain NDT procedures and qualification materials.
• Interpret indications and support acceptance decisions per specs and customer needs.
• Administer the site NDT personnel certification program and examinations.
• Mentor Level I/II personnel and transfer knowledge to site teams.
• Support audits, qualification, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Metallurgy, Operations, and EHS.

Skills

NDT Level III certification

Radiographic Testing RT

Visual Testing VT

Penetrant Testing PT

Ultrasonic Thickness Testing UTT

Technical writing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ASNT SNT-TC-1A

ANSI/ASNT CP-189

ANSI/ASNT CP-105

ASME BPVC Section V

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

The NDT ASNT Level III is the site technical authority for assigned nondestructive testing methods supporting high-integrity nickel-based superalloy gas turbine blades and vanes. This hands-on individual contributor owns method governance, personnel qualification and certification, technical problem solving, and continuous improvement. Radiographic Testing is the primary area of expertise, followed by VT, PT, and UTT.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Serve as the responsible Level III for assigned NDT methods, requiring current ASNT Level III certification in at least one method, with priority given to Radiographic Testing (RT), followed by Visual Testing (VT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UTT).
• Develop, review, approve, and maintain NDT procedures, techniques, work instructions, examinations, and qualification materials.
• Interpret indications, support acceptance decisions, and resolve complex inspection issues in accordance with approved specifications and customer requirements.
• Administer the site NDT personnel certification program for assigned methods, including training, General, Specific, and Practical examinations, experience verification, certification, recertification, and record maintenance.
• Mentor Level I and Level II personnel and strengthen site capability through structured training and knowledge transfer.
• Support audits, equipment and process qualification, new product introduction, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and defect-escape prevention.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Metallurgy, Operations, and EHS to reduce inspection variation, scrap, rework, and nonconformance cost.
• Support new NDT technology, automation, digital inspection, and harmonization of practices across Siemens Energy.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent directly relevant NDT experience and current ASNT Level III certification may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience training, examining, qualifying, and certifying NDT personnel and maintaining audit-ready records.
• Significant NDT experience in manufacturing or another high-integrity industrial environment, including administration of an employer-based qualification and certification program.
• ASNT Level III certification in Radiographic Testing (RT), with current Radiation Safety training required for industrial radiography work.
• IRRSP certification is preferred; candidates without current IRRSP certification must be able to obtain and maintain it in accordance with site, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Level III certification or demonstrated qualification capability in VT and PT, plus practical UTT experience.
• Ability to develop and approve NDT procedures, techniques, examinations, and technical dispositions.
• Working knowledge of ASNT SNT-TC-1A, ANSI/ASNT CP-189, ANSI/ASNT CP-105, ASME BPVC Section V, employer written practices, and applicable customer specifications.
• Strong technical writing, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• This position may require an export license from the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Issuance of any required license is a prerequisite for this position.
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world’s electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave

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