Independent NDE Inspector for Pipe QC & TPI

RINA Piraeus Team; Mississippi; On-site; USD 101,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

RINA is seeking a Third-Party Inspection (TPI) NDE Specialist for a freelance role. The position oversees NDE activities for OCTG and line pipe manufacturing, including UT, EMI and MT operations, and requires witnessing checks, validating records, and escalating quality issues.

The ideal candidate holds ASNT SNT-TC-1A knowledge with Level II/III certification preferred and has experience with API 5CT/API 5L. Location listed is Youngstown, OH, with freelance engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience with OCTG and line pipe NDE oversight.
• Familiar with UT, EMI and MT methods.
• Knowledge of API 5CT/API 5L and ASNT SNT-TC-1A.
• NDE Level II/III certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent oversight of NDE activities for OCTG and line pipe manufacturing, including UT, EMI and MT operations.
• Verify calibrations, procedures, personnel qualifications, acceptance criteria and inspection records; witness production checks and testing.
• Provide shift reporting and escalate critical quality issues.

Skills

NDE oversight

UT inspection

EMI inspection

MT inspection

Education

ASNT SNT-TC-1A certification

Tools

NDE Level II/III certification

API 5CT/API 5L familiarity

Job description

RINA is seeking a Third-Party Inspection (TPI) NDE Specialist for a freelance role. The position oversees NDE activities for OCTG and line pipe manufacturing, including UT, EMI and MT operations, and requires witnessing checks, validating records, and escalating quality issues.

The ideal candidate holds ASNT SNT-TC-1A knowledge with Level II/III certification preferred and has experience with API 5CT/API 5L. Location listed is Youngstown, OH, with freelance engagement.