Nuclear NDE Level II/III Examiner

SI Solutions, LLC; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D

Short-term and long-term disability

Health Savings Account with employer contribution

Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

An engineering consulting firm in North Carolina is seeking a motivated Nuclear NDE Level II or III Examiner to conduct inspections, evaluate results, and contribute to business development. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of nuclear experience and holds a Level II certification in Ultrasonic Testing. This role involves travel and working in challenging environments, alongside a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of nuclear related experience as a Level II NDE examiner or 5+ years of experience with an AS or BS degree.
• Successfully secured a Level II NDE certification in UT.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate equipment, conduct inspections, interpret, evaluate, and document results.
• Participate in business development by identifying project opportunities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of in-house NDE testing tools.

Skills

Ultrasonic Testing certification

Troubleshoot mechanical issues

Understanding of basic physical NDE principles

Team oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

AS/BS in science, materials, or engineering

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Nuclear NDE Level II or III Examiner to join our expert team. This position requires an individual who has industry experience and has secured and maintained a NDE LII certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT). Additional training and/or certification in other methods may be provided to satisfy SI core competencies and meet customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate equipment, conduct inspections according to procedures, interpret, evaluate, and document results in all the testing method(s) utilized by the certificate holder.
• Have a strong understanding of the basic physical NDE principles and processes and be competent in advanced technologies.
• Be able to troubleshoot mechanical issues hands‑on.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of in‑house NDE testing tools and software.
• Participate in business development by identifying project opportunities and providing technical insights.
• Accept extensive travel assignments; be receptive to extended work hours/days.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency with secondary education leading toward an AS/BS in science, materials, or engineering.
• 5+ years of nuclear related experience as a Level II NDE examiner or 5+ years of experience with an AS or BS degree.
• Successfully secured a Level II NDE certification in UT.

Desired Qualifications

• Candidate with certification in UT with Phased Array endorsements.
• Automated UT experience.
• Any PDI qualifications from EPRI or demonstrated ability to acquire them.
• Working knowledge of ASME codes and nuclear industry regulations.
• Exhibits ethical behavior, is trustworthy, respectful of peers.
• Team oriented and professionally minded.
• Safety conscience and compliance with written procedures and quality practices.

Work Environment

• Willing to conduct assignments in less than favorable conditions including dirty or radiological environments and physically challenging conditions (heat, cold or physical activities such as climbing or carrying equipment).
• Maintain focus in hazardous industrial environments such as at heights, on scaffolds, in noisy locations, with operating machinery nearby or overhead and with dangerous activities occurring nearby (welding, grinding, flame cutting, overhead loads, etc.).

Export Control Notice

Export Control Notice: Certain positions at SIA may require access to information and technology which is subject to Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 730-774, including those of the US Department of Energy (DOE) in 10 CFR 810 and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 10 CFR Part 110. Hiring decisions for such positions must comply with these regulations and may result in SIA limiting its consideration of foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the DOE’s Generally Authorized Destinations List.

About Us

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA) is an engineering consulting firm serving various industries including Nuclear Power, Energy Services, Pipeline Integrity, and Critical Infrastructure. Join a team of internationally recognized experts in a culture based on knowledge, excellence, and respect for one another. Our employees are members of a distinct community of internationally respected professionals committed to quality, engineering innovation and a shared goal of building a safer world.

Why Work at SIA?

SIA offers a competitive salary and performance‑based bonus program. Our retirement benefits include a Traditional 401(k), Roth 401(k), and an employer match. To help employees maintain a work‑life balance, SIA also offers various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave. Our employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life Insurance and AD&D.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care.
• ID theft protection and credit monitoring.

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.