NDE R&D Technician

Description

• Perform UT, MT, and VT NDE evaluations of pipeline anomalies in the lab and in the field
• Complete field reports, data logs, and digital documentation
• Support continuous improvement of inspection techniques and workflows
• Conduct equipment setup, calibration, and system checks
• Be responsible for technical oversight and qualification programs of our analysis procedures, and ensure industry standards are met
• Use PAUT, TFM, and TOFT ultrasound inspection methods to detect and size anomalies
• Utilize our data analysis software to provide an assessment of the results
• Help distill and share industry standards for detection and sizing to the broader company
• Work closely with Research and Data teams to help understand and interpret NDE inspection results, data, reports, and other ultrasound datasets from internal and external sources
• Be the subject matter expert on best practices of in-the-ditch pipeline inspection techniques and methodologies
• Help identify and specify requirements for test samples and test setups
• Help develop training materials and provide guidance to our Research and Analysis teams
• Evaluate various anomalies in pipelines including but not limited to: hook cracks, SCC, laminations, metal loss, deformations, and complex interacting defects
• Maintain inspection tools, UT equipment, probes, and consumables
• Distill the results into easily digestible reports and presentations

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Phased array industry experience and/or certification for weld inspection (AUT, PAUT, TFM, and/or TOFT ultrasound inspection methods)
• Valid TWIC – Transportation Worker Identification Credential
• ASNT NDT Level 2 or ISO 9712 Level 2 or CGSB Level 2 equivalent certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Additional relevant industry qualifications and certifications
• Industry experience with laser scanning
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Level 3 UT certifications
• API 1169 or other pipeline construction/inspection credentials
• 3+ years of relevant NDE experience
• Level 2 or 3 certifications for Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Visual Testing (VT)
• Able to pass background and drug/alcohol tests, as well as site-specific safety training
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel and work in remote field locations, including in the USA

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance