Entry-Level NDE Technician
About The Position
An entry-level NDE Technician is an individual who has the desire and aptitude to be successful as an NDE technician, and who has successfully completed required training leading to Level II NDE certification in no less than two (2) surface methods (MT, PT or ET) and one (1) volumetric method (UT or ET), and is able to obtain Level II certification within a reasonable period of time (see Required Skills/Qualifications section below). Primary Responsibilities: This position is for someone wanting to be part of a fast-paced and growing field, providing specialized Turbine & Generator nondestructive examinations (NDE) to clients, using various methods. This person will join a group of highly specialized technicians responsible for using NDE and engineering assistance to assess the condition of critical rotating equipment and associated components. Key Attributes: Exhibits integrity and ethical behavior, is trustworthy and respectful of peers, Team oriented, professionally minded, Able to conduct examinations independently and trouble shoot equipment, Willing to work in extreme environments, Willing to accept extensive travel assignments with extended work hours/days/weeks, Flexible to the dynamics of client scheduling, Safety conscious and compliant with written procedures and quality practices. Technical Understanding: Has a sense for mechanical concepts and spatial relationships, Has a solid understanding of the basic physical NDE principles and processes, Is able to set up and calibrate equipment, conduct inspections according to procedures, and interpret, evaluate, and document results in all test method(s) for which certified,
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency
- 2+ years of industry-related experience as a Level II NDE – OR - has successfully completed required training leading to Level II NDE certification in no less than two (2) surface methods (MT, PT or ET) and one (1) volumetric method (UT or ET)
- Is able to obtain Level II certification in no less than two (2) surface methods within six (6) months, and one (1) volumetric method within one year
Nice To Haves
- experience in phased array UT, Automated UT (AUT), and steam-turbine or gas-turbine NDE
- Ability to obtain unescorted access at nuclear facilities
Responsibilities
- providing specialized Turbine & Generator nondestructive examinations (NDE) to clients, using various methods
- using NDE and engineering assistance to assess the condition of critical rotating equipment and associated components
Benefits
- SIA offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program.
- Our retirement benefits include a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match.
- To help employees maintain a work-life balance, SIA also offers various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life Insurance and AD&D
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care
- ID theft protection and credit monitoring
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
