NDE Examiner

BWXT•Barberton, OH

8d•$76,000 - $119,000•Onsite

About The Position

The NDE Examiner role at BWX Technologies in Barberton, Ohio, focuses on Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and carries technical responsibility for non-destructive examination activities. The examiner supports source inspections at material vendors, shop-floor oversight, supplier documentation review, and resolution of product NDE issues. The position requires regular communication with customer technical representatives, program teams, other departments, suppliers, and QA personnel, and serves as a subject matter expert on contractual matters within its area of responsibility. Travel is approximately 75%.

Requirements

A minimum bachelor’s degree in a technical field is preferred, or relevant equivalent work experience of 4–10 years.
Prior knowledge of NDE Engineering, with an emphasis on UT/ET.
Must be able to obtain Examiner status in the relevant discipline within the first 12 months of employment.
Must be able to obtain and maintain DOE Confidential clearance.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Selected applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening.
Must adhere to applicable company health and safety requirements in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

NDE Level II or III certification in one or more of RT, MT, PT, VT, UT, or ET is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Travel to material vendors to support NDE source inspection; prepare, review, and conduct source audits and witness activities.
Support shop examiners with oversight and surveillance of shop-floor personnel for compliance as needed.
Communicate regularly with customer technical representatives about information they may require.
Review and disposition vendor procedures and non-conforming materials as necessary.
Maintain the tracking database and shared inbox, and provide metrics when required.
Review suppliers’ certifications and inspection reports and records.
Plan and develop activities and procedures suitable to accomplish tasks in the area of responsibility.
Work with other departments, experts, suppliers, and customer representatives at all levels, within and outside the company.
Achieve and maintain applicable Examiner and ASNT Level III certifications.
Maintain communication with program teams to support swift and appropriate resolution of product NDE problems.
Understand customer and company requirements and interpret and verify compliance of activities throughout the NDE department.
Conduct technical and statistical investigations into NDE issues to support first-time quality and reduce manufacturing losses.
Serve as a subject matter expert on contractual matters related to the area of responsibility.
Assist in training other NDE personnel as required.
Perform additional duties or responsibilities as assigned by supervision.