NDE TG Level II Examiner

structint; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

structint is seeking a qualified NDE Level II Examiner to join our turbine and generator NDE team in North Little Rock, AR. The role requires experience with surface and volumetric methods and readiness to travel.

You will set up and calibrate equipment, interpret results, and mentor entry-level technicians while adhering to safety and quality procedures. Extensive travel and strong ethics are expected.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of industry-related experience as a Level II NDE examiner or 2+ years with AS/BS degree.
• Able to secure Level II NDE certification in at least one surface method (MT or PT) during onboarding.
• Able to secure at least one volumetric (UT or ET) NDE method within six months.
• High school diploma or equivalency; AS/BS in science, materials, or engineering desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform NDE examinations and document results across turbine and generator components.
• Provide engineering support to assess the condition of critical rotating equipment.
• Train entry-level technicians and perform as a supervisor on projects.
• Willing to travel extensively to client sites and work in challenging environments.
• Operate and calibrate NDE equipment following procedures and safety practices.

Skills

NDE Level II experience

Travel readiness

Equipment setup/calibration

Supervisory experience

Ethical & safety-minded

Education

High school diploma

AS/BS in science, materials, or engineering desirable

Job description

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,

Work Environment

• 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.