NDE TG Level II Examiner

Structural Integrity Associates; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Structural Integrity Associates is seeking a NDE Level II Examiner to join a fast-paced team providing turbine and generator nondestructive examinations. You will perform inspections using surface and volumetric methods, interpret results, and document findings for client projects.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in NDE or 2+ years with an AS/BS, and are prepared for extensive travel to support assignments, including challenging environments with safety focus and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have or be able to secure NDE Level II certification in at least one surface method (MT/PT) and one volumetric method (UT/ET).
• 4+ years of industry-related experience as a Level II NDE examiner or 2+ years with AS/BS.
• Willing to work in challenging environments including dirty or radiological settings and travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Perform turbine and generator NDE using multiple methods and document results per procedures.
• Provide on-the-job training and supervision to junior technicians.
• Ensure safety and quality practices in hazardous industrial environments.

Skills

NDE Level II certification

Phased array UT

Automated UT (AUT)

Gas Turbine NDE

Nuclear utilities experience

Willing to travel

Safety conscious

Independent troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

AS/BS in science, materials or engineering desirable

Tools

UT equipment

NDE instrumentation

Job description

A NDE Level II Examiner is an individual who has industry experience and has secured and maintained NDE LII certification in at least one surface examination method (MT, PT or ET) and one volumetric examination method (UT or ET). Additional training and/or certification in other methods may be provided to satisfy SI core competencies and meet customer expectations.

Primary Responsibilities:

This position is for someone wanting to be part of the fast-paced and growing field of providing specialized Turbine & Generator nondestructive examinations (NDE) to clients using various methods. This person will join a group of highly specialized technicians responsible for combining NDE and engineering support to assess the condition of critical rotating equipment and associated components. Experience in phased array UT, Automated UT (AUT), or Gas Turbine NDE is a plus. Experience working at nuclear utilities is also a plus.

Key Attributes:

Business Understanding

• Exhibits strong integrity and ethical behavior, is trustworthy and respectful of peers,
• Is team oriented, professionally minded,
• Able to conduct examinations independently and trouble shoot equipment,
• Willing to work in difficult environments,
• Willing to accept extensive travel assignments with extended work hours/days/weeks,
• Flexible to the dynamics of client scheduling,
• Takes an entrepreneurial approach to their work and career,
• Is safety conscious and compliant with written procedures and quality practices

Technical Understanding:

• Has a sense for mechanical concepts and spatial relationships,
• Has a strong understanding of the basic physical NDE principles and processes and is competent in advanced technologies,
• Able to set up and calibrate equipment, conduct the inspection according to procedures, interpret, evaluate, and document results in all the testing method(s) utilized by the certificate holder,
• Provides on the job training to entry-level technicians and performs as a supervisor,

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency required, with secondary education leading toward an AS/BS in science, materials, or engineering considered desirable,
• 4+ years of industry-related experience as a Level II NDE examiner or 2+ years of experience with AS or BS degree,
• Can secure Level II NDE certification in at least one (1) surface method (MT or PT) during onboarding, and at least one (1) volumetric (UT or ET) NDE method within six (6) months,
• Willing to conduct assignments in environments of less than favorable conditions, including dirty or radiological environments, and challenging conditions (heat, cold, physically demanding),
• Demonstrate ability to maintain focus in hazardous industrial environments such as working in noisy locations, working near operating machinery, and with industrial activities occurring nearby (Grit Blasting, welding, grinding, overhead loads, etc.)
• Experience working in power plant environments is preferred

Candidate information may be verified during the hiring process. Inaccurate, deceptive, or mass-generated applications may be disqualified from consideration.