Field Pipeline Integrity Technician – Travel, Relocation & Sign-On

NDT Global Desert Ndt, LLC; Minnesota; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuren is hiring full-time PLI Technicians for the St. Louis Park, MN location. This role emphasizes field work across the US with occasional office time, QA documentation, and strict adherence to procedures.

You will perform direct assessment of pipe conditions, interpret ILI data, and help with reporting and safety. Prior NDE certifications and pipeline experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Must have Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2 and Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2.
• Current QA documentation (proof of classroom hours & proof of experience hours).
• Some college or technical training preferred.
• Pipeline integrity or pipeline maintenance experience.
• Extensive knowledge of quality and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field examinations, analysis, and reporting to support pipeline integrity programs.
• Travel about 90%; work independently in remote areas and in field offices.
• Calibrate and set up NDE equipment; ensure reports meet procedures and specs.
• Compose and write pipeline integrity inspection reports and assist others.
• Maintain pipeline integrity databases and assist with cost estimating and meetings.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college

Technical background

Tools

Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2

Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2

Creaform 3D Laser Scanning (Handyscan)

Automated Corrosion Scan Mapping

Ultrasonic Phased Array or TOFD

In-situ Material Verification (Frontics or MMT HSD Tester)

NACE CIP Level I / CP Level I

Job description

Acuren is hiring full-time PLI Technicians for the St. Louis Park, MN location. This role emphasizes field work across the US with occasional office time, QA documentation, and strict adherence to procedures.

You will perform direct assessment of pipe conditions, interpret ILI data, and help with reporting and safety. Prior NDE certifications and pipeline experience are highly valued.