NDT Ultrasonic Specialist: Welds, R&D & Safety

LIFT; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LIFT is seeking a hands-on NDT Specialist to support advanced metals manufacturing. You will perform UT testing on welds and base materials on the production floor and in the lab, contributing to method development and validation while ensuring safety in a high-hazard setting.

You will work with engineers and Level III staff, maintain calibration and QA of equipment, and help drive reliability through data-driven inspection practices. Detroit-area facility, on-site role.

Qualifications

• Must possess ASNT Level II in Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Experience in developing/validating NDT inspection methods is a plus.
• Strong understanding of UT principles, calibration, sizing and defect characterization.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasonic testing of welds and base materials per standards.
• Assist in experiment design, data collection and technique evaluation.
• Evaluate equipment options and provide technical recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineers, Level III personnel and project teams to refine techniques.
• Participate in qualification, validation, and performance demonstration activities.

Skills

Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

Engineering drawings reading

NDT knowledge

Safety compliance

Vendor coordination

Education

High school diploma

NDT technical training

Welding/materials background

Tools

PAUT

TOFD

Automated UT equipment

Job description

LIFT is seeking a hands-on NDT Specialist to support advanced metals manufacturing. You will perform UT testing on welds and base materials on the production floor and in the lab, contributing to method development and validation while ensuring safety in a high-hazard setting.

You will work with engineers and Level III staff, maintain calibration and QA of equipment, and help drive reliability through data-driven inspection practices. Detroit-area facility, on-site role.