Field Pipeline Integrity Technician - PLI/UTSW (Travel)

Acuren; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision, and baseline+

401K Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Acuren is seeking a fulltime PLI/UTSW Technician at our Magnolia, TX location, with about 90% field work and travel across the US. Local candidates only. You will perform direct assessment and write inspection reports, supporting pipeline integrity programs and regulatory compliance.

The role requires NDE certifications at Level 2 (Magnetic Particle Testing and Ultrasonic Thickness) and related tools, along with a strong safety culture and independent work in remote areas.

Qualifications

• Direct assessment of pipeline conditions and coatings in field environments.
• Experience with NDE methods and safety requirements in pipeline work.
• Certifications in NDE and related tooling are required or preferred.
• Ability to travel across the US and work in remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Adherence to procedures and customer specifications with reporting.
• Perform direct assessment of pipe condition including coating and CP.
• Examine pipe for cracks, corrosion, deformation, and anomalies.
• Correlate features to inline inspection logs.
• Conduct fit-for-service evaluations per ASME B31.3 and RSTRENG.
• Calibrate and set up NDE equipment and maintain assets.
• Write pipeline integrity inspection reports and assist others.
• Update databases and participate in client meetings.

Skills

NDE field experience

Magnetic Particle Testing L2

Ultrasonic Thickness L2

Education

High School Diploma

Some college preferred

Technical background

Tools

Creaform 3D Laser Scanning (Handyscan)

Automated Corrosion Scan Mapping

Ultrasonic Phased Array

TOFD

In-situ Material Verification (Frontics/MMT HSD)

Job description

Acuren is seeking a fulltime PLI/UTSW Technician at our Magnolia, TX location, with about 90% field work and travel across the US. Local candidates only. You will perform direct assessment and write inspection reports, supporting pipeline integrity programs and regulatory compliance.

The role requires NDE certifications at Level 2 (Magnetic Particle Testing and Ultrasonic Thickness) and related tools, along with a strong safety culture and independent work in remote areas.