EC NDT Engineer

Zetec; Snoqualmie (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Zetec is seeking an Eddy Current Manufacturing Engineer to serve as the technical expert for Eddy Current Testing (ECT) within manufacturing. You will support EC probe production with strong electrical engineering and mechanical skills, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to test processes and training.

Work with Engineering, Quality, and Product Management to refine coil and probe design, develop production work instructions, and ensure robust EC software support for manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering related field (mechanical, electrical and/or manufacturing) or equivalent industry experience preferred
• 7 years of experience as an engineer (mechanical, electrical and/or manufacturing)
• 5+ years experience in NDT Industry
• Experience with EC/NDT applications a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical support and immediate issue resolution for EC probe manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain expert-level knowledge of instruments, probes, and software to support the manufacturing team by troubleshooting issues, creating or updating work instructions, and providing guidance to determine the significance and impact of problems.
• Review, refine, and document QC test requirements, methods, and work instructions.
• Deliver training to QC and manufacturing staff on EC principles, instrument use, and test procedures.
• Support instrument and software functionality for EC testing systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering on coil design, probe revisions, prototype testing, and feasibility studies.
• Support evaluations of supplier and product non-conformances, including alternate material testing.
• Assist Product Management and Customer Service with application questions and technical inquiries related to EC probes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical hardware

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing experience

Test engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

7 years engineering experience

5+ years in NDT industry

EC/NDT applications experience

High school diploma

Tools

EC/NDT instruments

Probes and coils

Industrial software support

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Eddy Current Manufacturing Engineer serves as the primary technical expert for Eddy Current Testing (ECT) within manufacturing. This role supports EC probe production through advanced electrical engineering skills, mechanical/hardware understanding, troubleshooting leadership, and collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Product Management teams. The engineer ensures robust test processes, develops technical training, resolves manufacturing issues rapidly, and contributes to probe and coil design activities (e.g., prototype, pilot, and production work instructions). The role is critical to sustaining and expanding internal EC expertise and supporting EC skill and training needs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide day-to-day technical support and immediate issue resolution for EC probe manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain expert-level knowledge of our instruments, probes, and software to support the manufacturing team by troubleshooting issues, creating or updating work instructions, and providing guidance to determine the significance and impact of problems.
• Review, refine, and document QC test requirements, methods, and work instructions.
• Deliver training to QC and manufacturing staff on EC principles, instrument use, and test procedures.
• Support instrument and software functionality for EC testing systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering on coil design, probe revisions, prototype testing, and feasibility studies.
• Support evaluations of supplier and product non-conformances, including alternate material testing.
• Assist Product Management and Customer Service with application questions and technical inquiries related to EC probes.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• US Citizen
• Strong electrical engineering foundation with hands-on mechanical or hardware experience.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex test and/or manufacturing issues.
• Experience in manufacturing, test engineering, or sensor/coil hardware preferred.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate technical details clearly.
• Strong attention to detail

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school Diploma required
• Bachelor's degree in engineering related field (mechanical, electrical and/or manufacturing) or equivalent industry experience preferred
• 7 years of experience as an engineer (mechanical, electrical and/or manufacturing)
• 5+ years experience in NDT Industry
• Experience with EC/NDT applications a plus

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• ECT level I or II preferred
• Willingness to pursue level III within 5 years of employment
• Able to obtain a DoD Clearance

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular sitting, standing and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks
• Hearing and speaking
• Lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed in an electronic manufacturing environment with periodic exposure to noise, chemical compounds, and fumes associated with the manufacturing of electronic components.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Able to perform essential duties of the job while wearing PPE required for the job. Such PPE may include closed toe and closed heel shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, toe guards, face shields, etc

TRAVEL

• Travel as needed (up to 5%).