Structural Steel Field Inspector & NDT Technician

ECS Group of Companies; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned company

Career development opportunities

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a Specialty Technician I to join our Chantilly team for field observations, inspections, and testing of construction materials including soils, aggregates, concrete, and steel. You will perform data collection, calculations, and document results under supervision, coordinating with project managers and staff engineers.

The role supports training in ECS methodology, with opportunities for certification and professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2+ years related experience preferred.
• Must have or be willing to obtain 2 relevant specialty certifications (e.g., NRC, NICET, WACEL, ACI, IFC, AWS, ASNT, ASTM).
• Ability to lift 40–70 lbs daily; occasional 85 lbs; valid driver’s license and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform field observations, testing, inspections, and sampling of construction materials.
• Conduct routine observations of structural steel and reinforcing steel; document results per industry standards.
• Collect data, perform calculations, draft, and manage field equipment; communicate site conditions to the team.

Skills

Field observations

Testing procedures

Data collection

Strong communication

MS Office

NDE testing familiarity

Reading engineering plans

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

NDE equipment calibration

Testing equipment

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking a Specialty Technician I to join our Chantilly team for field observations, inspections, and testing of construction materials including soils, aggregates, concrete, and steel. You will perform data collection, calculations, and document results under supervision, coordinating with project managers and staff engineers.

The role supports training in ECS methodology, with opportunities for certification and professional growth.