PAUT NDT Tech II/III – Shipyard Overtime

NDT.org; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

Overtime pay

Contract length 4 months

Job summary

Element Materials Technology is seeking an experienced Advanced NDT / PAUT Technician (Level II) for a 4-month contract in Newport News, VA. The role involves high-volume PAUT inspections on heavy components, with significant overtime and strict adherence to AWS/ASME/NAVSEA/API codes.

You will calibrate and operate advanced PAUT equipment, interpret data in real time, and deliver detailed inspection reports while coordinating with QC managers, structural engineers, and weld inspectors.

Qualifications

• PAUT certification to SNT-TC-1A/CP-189/NAS-410 standards.
• High school diploma or GED plus PAUT training hours and logged OJT hours.
• Hands-on with flaw detectors (OmniScan MX2/X3, Zetec TOPAZ) and encoders.
• Must pass background check, drug screen, and vision test.

Responsibilities

• Perform PAUT inspections on welds, plates, and structural components to identify subsurface discontinuities.
• Calibrate, maintain, and set up PAUT equipment, encoders, wedges, and probes.
• Acquire, interpret, and evaluate encoded PAUT data against codes and client specs.
• Prepare and submit comprehensive NDT inspection reports documenting findings.
• Collaborate with site QC managers, engineers, and welding inspectors.
• Maintain compliance with safety policies, confined spaces rules, and PPE protocols.

Skills

PAUT inspections

Level II PAUT

NDT data interpretation

Report writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Olympus OmniScan

Zetec TOPAZ

Encoder setups

Job description

Element Materials Technology is seeking an experienced Advanced NDT / PAUT Technician (Level II) for a 4-month contract in Newport News, VA. The role involves high-volume PAUT inspections on heavy components, with significant overtime and strict adherence to AWS/ASME/NAVSEA/API codes.

You will calibrate and operate advanced PAUT equipment, interpret data in real time, and deliver detailed inspection reports while coordinating with QC managers, structural engineers, and weld inspectors.