NDT Level 2 Technician — MT/PT Inspector & QA

Applied Engineering; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and benefits

Job summary

APPLIED ENGINEERING, INC. is seeking an NDT Technician to perform non-destructive testing using magnetic particle and penetrant methods. The role ensures material and product integrity, reporting defects and maintaining calibration of inspection equipment in accordance with industry standards.

The candidate will interpret results, document findings, and work closely with engineers and QA to implement improvements. Post-offer drug screen and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate/bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Practical understanding of engineering and drawing interpretation.
• Ability to generate instructions, reports, etc. accurately.
• Must meet visual acuity requirements for inspection work.
• NAS410 certification requirements including training, experience, and examinations.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-destructive tests on materials to detect defects and ensure safety and quality.
• Use MT and PT inspection methods.
• Interpret and evaluate test results per applicable codes and specs.
• Document test results and prepare detailed inspection reports.
• Set up and calibrate NDT equipment per standards and procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment regularly.
• Troubleshoot NDT equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Keep accurate records of inspections, tests, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with engineers and QA to communicate results and implications.
• Provide recommendations to improve product quality and safety.
• Develop technique sheets for Magnetic Particle and Fluorescent Penetrant methods with Level 3 approval.
• Participate in annual internal audits of PT and MPI processes.
• Conduct annual performance reviews for NDT personnel.

Skills

Interpretation of drawings

Inspection reporting

Color discrimination

Measurement accuracy

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor degree preferred

NAS410 Certification

Job description

APPLIED ENGINEERING, INC. is seeking an NDT Technician to perform non-destructive testing using magnetic particle and penetrant methods. The role ensures material and product integrity, reporting defects and maintaining calibration of inspection equipment in accordance with industry standards.

The candidate will interpret results, document findings, and work closely with engineers and QA to implement improvements. Post-offer drug screen and background checks are required.