Field NDT Technician (Level I/II) – Weld Inspections

CHRISTIAN WHEELER ENGINEERING; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Health benefits

Job summary

Christian Wheeler Engineering is seeking a Level I or II NDT Technician to perform field inspections of structural steel welds across the San Diego region. You will test welds in the field and in fabrication shops, document results against project specifications and code, and work with engineers, special inspectors, and clients to keep projects moving safely and on schedule.

You will set up, calibrate, and maintain testing equipment, interpret results, and prepare daily inspection reports for

Qualifications

• Current Level I or II NDT certification per ASNT SNT-TC-1A or equivalent written practice
• Ability to read structural drawings, weld symbols, and specifications
• Valid California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• Ability to work outdoors and on active construction sites, climb ladders and scaffolding, work at heights, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong attention to detail and clear written reporting skills

Responsibilities

• Perform nondestructive testing using Visual (VT), Ultrasonic (UT), Magnetic Particle (MT), and Liquid Penetrant (PT) methods
• Inspect structural steel welds, bolted connections, and base metal to check conformance with project plans, specifications, and applicable codes
• Set up, calibrate, and maintain testing equipment
• Interpret and evaluate test results, and identify and document discontinuities and nonconforming work (Level II)
• Prepare clear, accurate daily inspection reports and communicate findings to project managers, contractors, and fabricators
• Follow company and jobsite safety rules and procedures

Skills

NDT Level I/II certification

VT (Visual Testing)

UT (Ultrasonic Testing)

MT (Magnetic Particle Testing)

PT (Penetrant Testing)

Reading structural drawings and welds

CA driver’s license

Job description

Christian Wheeler Engineering is seeking a Level I or II NDT Technician to perform field inspections of structural steel welds across the San Diego region. You will test welds in the field and in fabrication shops, document results against project specifications and code, and work with engineers, special inspectors, and clients to keep projects moving safely and on schedule.

You will set up, calibrate, and maintain testing equipment, interpret results, and prepare daily inspection reports for