ASNT Level III NDT/NDE Specialist

Siemens Energy; Gibsonton (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and development

Supportive work culture

Company paid Health and wellness-benef

Paid Time Off and holidays

401K with company match

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a skilled NDT Level III to lead method governance for RT, VT, PT, and UTT at our Florida site. You will own qualification materials, problem-solving on complex inspections, and certification programs for the on-site team.

Ideal candidates hold ASNT Level III with RT emphasis, and a minimum of 7 years in manufacturing or high-integrity environments. Strong writing, cross-functional collaboration, and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• ASNT Level III certification for at least one method; RT preferred.
• Minimum 7 years in training, examining, and certifying NDT personnel.
• Experience administering employer-based qualification and certification programs.
• ASNT RT certification with Radiation Safety training is required.
• IRRSP certification preferred; must obtain if not current.
• Level III in VT and PT with UTT experience is expected.
• Strong writing, problem-solving and cross-functional skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Level III for assigned NDT methods with RT priority.
• Develop, review, approve, and maintain NDT procedures and examination materials.
• Interpret indications and support acceptance decisions per specs and customer.
• Administer the site NDT personnel certification program and audits.
• Mentor Level I/II personnel and transfer knowledge through structured training.
• Support audits, qualification, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Metallurgy, and Operations to reduce defects.
• Support new NDT technology, automation, and harmonization of practices.

Skills

ASNT Level III certification

RT expert (Radiographic Testing)

NDT problem solving

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Materials Science / Quality / Manufacturing

Tools

IRRSP certification

VT & PT experience

ASNT SNT-TC-1A knowledge

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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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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