PLI Techs(Pipeline Integrity)– U.S. West Region Travel Work

NDT Global Desert Ndt, LLC; Minnesota; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuren is seeking PLI Technicians to support our West Region operations across the US. The role focuses on pipeline integrity field examinations, analysis, review, and reporting of inspection data to support clients’ integrity programs.

Approximately 90% of time is fieldwork in remote areas with 10% at the home division; candidates must have Level 2 certifications in Magnetic Particle Testing and Ultrasonic Thickness, plus several additional endorsements. Travel up to 75% is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
• Experience in pipeline integrity or maintenance strongly desired.
• Must hold current Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2 and Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2.
• Travel up to 75% across the US West Region.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to procedures and specifications, including reports.
• Perform direct assessment of pipe condition and coating.
• Inspect for cracks, corrosion, deformation, and manufacturing anomalies.
• Correlate findings to ILI logs.
• Conduct fit-for-service evaluations per ASME B31.3 and RSTRENG.
• Calibrate and set up NDE equipment.
• Prepare pipeline integrity reports for clients.
• Maintain pipeline integrity databases and manage FTP sites.
• Travel and field work as required.

Skills

Field inspection

NDE reporting

Safety compliance

Report writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college

Technical background

Tools

Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2

Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2

Creaform 3D Laser Scanning

Automated Corrosion Scan Mapping

Ultrasonic Phased Array or TOFD

In-situ Material Verification

NACE CIP Level I / CP Level I

Job description

Posted: 10/22/2026 5:27:53 PM

NDT.org Job Number:82989* Please reference NDT.org Job Number on all correspondence

Contact:Yeni Craig

Company:ACUREN

Contact:Yeni Craig

Country:United States

Length:Full time/Nested/Temporary positions available

Acuren is currently recruiting for PLI Techs to support our operation across the US West Region.

Working in the Pipeline Integrity Services group, a range of technical and operational assignments will be conducted relating to pipeline field examination, analysis, review, and reporting of pipeline inspection data, ultimately supporting our customers’ pipeline integrity management programs.

Approximately 90% of this role will be spent in the field, field office, and traveling across the US. 10% of time will be spent at the home division location. The PLI Technician will work independently for extended periods in remote areas.

Responsibilities:

• Adherence to Acuren and customer required procedures and specifications, including reports
• Perform direct assessment of as-found pipe condition, including coating assessment, soils and topography, and cathodic protection
• Perform direct examination to assess pipe for cracks, corrosion, deformation, and manufacturing anomalies
• Correlate as-found pipe features to Inline Inspection (ILI) log
• Conduct fit-for-service evaluations as per ASME B31.3 and RSTRENG
• Conduct hazard assessments prior to beginning work and follow safe work procedures
• Calibration and set up of NDE equipment
• Provide clients with quality services in a timely manner
• Follow regulatory requirements, work to codes, procedures, and techniques
• Be responsible for the custody, care and correct use of valuable technical equipment, tools, machinery, publications, materials, job items, vehicles, and other assets
• Understanding of Pipeline Integrity processes, techniques, and procedures
• Compose and write pipeline integrity inspection reports, including assisting other pipeline integrity technicians with reporting
• Maintaining metrics on reporting, costs, productivity, and priority digs
• Updating pipeline integrity databases and managing FTP sites
• Attending operational meetings with customer engineers and project engineers/managers
• Assist with dig package and cost estimating
• Responsible for on-the-job training and guidance of PLI Assistants and PLI Junior Technicians

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some college preferred
• Technical background desired
• Experience working with pipeline integrity or pipeline maintenance positions
• Extensive knowledge of quality and safety requirements
• Candidate must have current and valid Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2 and Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2
• Candidate must have at least one of the following certifications or endorsements:
• Creaform 3D Laser Scanning (Handyscan)
• Automated Corrosion Scan Mapping
• Ultrasonic Phased Array or TOFD
• In-situ Material Verification (Frontics or MMT HSD Tester)
• Candidate preference for NACE Level CIP Level I / CP Level I
• Able to travel up to 75%