Lead NDE Technician – Power Plant Inspections

Southern Company; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company is seeking an NDE Technician in Atlanta, GA with expertise in non-destructive testing across fossil, hydro, and gas turbine units. The role emphasizes leading inspections, developing procedures, and coordinating certification protocols to maintain safe and reliable generation equipment.

Requirements include Mechanical Level II in VT, PT, MT, and UT Level II/III qualifications, plus strong knowledge of ASME/NDE codes and ASNT/AWS standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1
• Industrial site experience is required.
• Knowledge of power plant sites and maintenance work is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership assignments a plus.
• Current Mechanical Level 2 certifications in VT, PT, MT.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee inspections on plant equipment including boilers, gas/steam turbines, cooling towers, pumps and fans.
• 2
• Develop inspection procedures, certification protocol and provide technical direction.
• 3
• Maintain knowledge of inspection principles and power plant cycles.
• 4
• Possess level II NDE certifications in four or more methods and plan work.

Skills

ASME/NDE codes

NDE techniques

Level II MT/PT/VT

UT Level II/III

Crane inspection knowledge

ASNT/AWS familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Tools

NDE equipment

ASNT/AWS knowledge

Job description

Southern Company is seeking an NDE Technician in Atlanta, GA with expertise in non-destructive testing across fossil, hydro, and gas turbine units. The role emphasizes leading inspections, developing procedures, and coordinating certification protocols to maintain safe and reliable generation equipment.

Requirements include Mechanical Level II in VT, PT, MT, and UT Level II/III qualifications, plus strong knowledge of ASME/NDE codes and ASNT/AWS standards.