NDE Level III RT Technician

Edison Welding Institute; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Edison Welding Institute in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced NDE Technician to support radiography and other nondestructive evaluation methods across projects. You will work with engineers to interpret inspection results, develop procedures, and ensure compliance with acceptance criteria.

The role requires ASNT Level III RT certification, 5+ years in NDE, and the ability to travel up to 25% to support customer sites.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in NDE and NDE-related technologies.
• ASNT Level III Certification in RT is required.
• Working knowledge of other NDE methods (UT/PAUT, MT, PT, ET, VT, CT) with aspirations to ASNT certifications.

Responsibilities

• Acts as technical authority for NDE activities with emphasis on RT.
• Provides Level III technical support and review for NDE activities and inspection docs.
• Develops NDE procedures, inspection plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Performs or oversees RT/MT/UT/PT/PAUT activities as appropriate.
• Interprets inspection results with welding, materials, and project engineering teams.
• Writes technical reports for customers and internal audiences.

Skills

NDE planning & organization

Interpersonal communication

Written reports

Travel readiness up to 25%

Education

Associate degree or relevant NDE training

ASNT Level III Certification RT

Working knowledge of other NDE methods

Tools

Quality measurement tools

Job description

Job Details:

Level: Experienced, Job Location: Columbus Office - Columbus, OH 43221, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Skilled Labor - Trades, EWI is a world leader in developing and deploying new technologies that enable companies to bridge the gap between R&D and manufacturing implementation. EWI Associates are passionate about identifying out-of-the-box options that provide a long-term competitive advantage for our clients. Our clients tell us we are a valuable extension and complement to their innovation, engineering and manufacturing teams. If you enjoy dealing with customers and solving difficult, technical problems, EWI is the place for you.

An NDE Technician coordinates and executes project tasks in support of NDE-related research. The Technician performs and oversees inspections across EWI’s NDE methods, with emphasis on radiography (film and CT), along with UT/PAUT, eddy current, thermography, PT, MT, and VT. The role also supports CIVA modeling, POD studies, and NDE training, and contributes to research in emerging methods such as laser UT, EMAT, and air-coupled UT. The Technician may be asked to develop technical proposals or other business opportunities pertaining to NDE, working directly with the customer to understand their technical challenges. The Technician works with engineers to develop and execute internal research projects to further develop EWI’s NDE offerings. As capacity allows, the Technician may support other research groups to execute project tasks outside of the NDE department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serves as a technical authority for nondestructive examination activities, with particular emphasis on Radiographic Testing (RT)
• Provides Level III technical support and required review/sign-off for applicable NDE activities and inspection documentation
• Develops NDE procedures, technique sheets, inspection plans, qualification approaches, and acceptance criteria
• Performs and/or provides technical oversight for RT, MT, UT, PT, and PAUT activities as appropriate
• Works closely with welding, materials, and project engineering teams to interpret inspection results and rapidly resolve technical issues
• Provides technical judgment and interpretation of inspection results within the context of the material, welding process, component, and applicable acceptance criteria
• Provides responsive in-house inspection support that enables welding, inspection, adjustment, and reinspection during project execution
• Supports customer-witnessed inspection and QA/QC activities when required
• Supports proposals and statements of work by defining NDE requirements, methods, scope, and qualification needs
• Participates in customer technical discussions related to inspection requirements, methods, results, and qualification strategies
• Further develops EWI’s capabilities as it relates to NDE processes
• Writes clear, concise, and accurate technical reports or documents for customers and/or internal audience

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong ability to plan and organize tasks
• Exercises initiative and creativity within assigned project work
• Ability to work well with ever-changing priorities and/or situations
• Exhibit and maintain positive, solutions-oriented attitude toward work and co-workers
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in assigned tasks on a consistent basis
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of associates
• Team-oriented attitude and focus with strong ability to collaborate with others
• Proficient with written communication to include emails, reports, etc.
• Analyzes and understands impact of individual contribution to project financial performance
• Proven adaptability and flexibility as a part of team
• Ability to maintain excellent customer relationships both internal and external
• Proven success in a team-oriented environment
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Willingness to travel to customers up to 25%

EDUCATION:

• Associates Degree, or relevant industry training in NDE disciplines
• ASNT Level III Certification in RT (required)
• Working knowledge of other NDE methods (UT/PAUT, MT, PT, ET, IR thermography, VT, and CT), with aspirations to get ASNT certifications

EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) or more years of experience in NDE and NDE-related technologies
• Experience with quality measurement tools (hardware and software), advanced instruments, and sensors for material characterization

EXPORT CONTROLS - This position requires access to information and technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

EOE/M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Accommodations

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