Phased Array Technician

Acuren; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Advanced UT Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in nondestructive testing, particularly with phased array and TOFD methods, to ensure the integrity of critical infrastructures. You will spend a majority of your time in the field, conducting tests and calibrations, while also guiding junior technicians. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to vital projects across various sectors, including energy and industrial services. If you are passionate about quality assurance and safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of NDT experience with PAUT certification.
• TOFD experience and certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and utilize nondestructive testing equipment.
• Conduct tests to ensure quality and detect defects.
• Assist in technician training and supervision.

Skills

Nondestructive Testing (NDT)

Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT)

Technical Training

Problem Solving

Education

Certification in NDT

PAUT Certification

Tools

UT Thickness Gauges

UT Flaw Detectors

Mag Yokes

Automated UT Equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Acuren Inspection is currently recruiting for an Advanced UT Technician with Phased Array certification and TOFD experience. This position is broad in scope, with direct exposure to many aspects of the NDE industry.

Approximately 90% of this role will be spent in the field or field office and 10% spent at the division. The Technician will work independently for extended periods in support of clients' programs. Primarily, they will be performing calibrations, nondestructive tests, evaluations for acceptance or rejection determinations according to written instructions, and recording results; performing tests outside the normal requirements of NDT.

Must be familiar with the scope and limitations of the test/inspection method being used and should exercise assigned responsibility for on-the-job training and guidance of Assistants and Level I PLI Technicians.

Responsibilities

• Set up and utilize nondestructive testing equipment including mag yokes, UT thickness gauges, UT flaw detectors, and automated UT equipment.
• Calibrate nondestructive test equipment.
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection.
• Follow established techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations.
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results.
• Organize and report test results.
• Perform specialized inspections.
• Review inspection reports, including assisting other technicians with reporting.
• Attend operational meetings with client engineers and project managers.
• Maintain open lines of communication between clients and technicians.
• Assist in technician training.
• Resolve any technical issues in the field.
• Report the results obtained from investigations.
• May instruct and supervise others.
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by the manager.

Requirements

• PAUT certification, including at least one third-party accreditation (QUTE, QUPA, ISQSW, ISQPAUT).
• 5+ years of experience in NDT.
• 2+ years of experience with phased array/automated UT/advanced ultrasonics.
• TOFD experience is a plus; TOFD certification is a strong plus.

Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single-source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial, and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck, and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality, and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident-free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.