Field Inspector: Structural Materials & NDT

Engineering Consulting Service; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Certification training opportunities

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a Specialty Technician to join our Chantilly team, performing field observations, inspections, sampling, and both destructive and non-destructive testing. The role emphasizes practical fieldwork and adherence to engineering standards.

You'll work under senior staff on diverse construction materials projects, gain certification opportunities, and participate in on-site testing, data collection, and reporting while maintaining safety and quality across assignments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Must have or be willing to obtain 2 relevant specialty certifications from industry authorities such as NRC, NICET, WACEL, ACI, IFC, AWS, ASNT, ASTM (other authorities may be considered).
• Position requires carrying 40 – 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Must provide suitable transportation for use on job sites – Mileage will be reimbursed.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Working knowledge of destructive and non-destructive testing principles, applications, and testing standards.
• Good understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to perform work at heights.
• Proficiency with electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops.
• Functional ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• If your focus is NDE testing, you should have the ability to calibrate NDE equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform field observations, testing, inspections, and sampling of various construction materials (soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, steel).
• Conduct observations of structural steel and reinforcing steel using industry-standard testing methods.
• Perform calculations and data reduction from sampling and testing results; handle data and documentation.
• Maintain daily communication with site contractors, technicians, and project managers; attend meetings as requested.
• Receive training on ECS methodologies and document findings precisely.

Skills

Strong communication

MS Office

Read/interpret plans

Electronic devices proficiency

NDE/NDT knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

2 relevant specialty certifications (NRC/NICET/WACEL/ACI/IFC/AWS/ASNT/ASTM)

Tools

Destructive testing equipment

Non-destructive testing equipment

NDE calibration equipment

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking a Specialty Technician to join our Chantilly team, performing field observations, inspections, sampling, and both destructive and non-destructive testing. The role emphasizes practical fieldwork and adherence to engineering standards.

You'll work under senior staff on diverse construction materials projects, gain certification opportunities, and participate in on-site testing, data collection, and reporting while maintaining safety and quality across assignments.