NDI Technician I

Albany International Corp.•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

Albany Engineered Composites designs, develops, and manufactures advanced composite components. The NDI Technician I performs non-destructive testing (NDT) on materials, manufactured items, and components. The role inspects metallic and nonmetallic materials, parts, and assemblies for defects using automated and manual methods, including radiography, ultrasound, penetrant, eddy current, laser shearography, and magnetic particle testing. Certifications in non-destructive testing are required in accordance with applicable regulations. The technician sets up and standardizes equipment, conducts tests according to written and verbal instructions, and works within the scope and limitations of their certified methods. The role also requires familiarity with applicable codes, standards, contractual documents, manufacturing processes, and inspection technology, and may assist in designing special test fixtures and test setups. The position requires the ability to meet established near-vision and color-vision standards for inspection and product disposition. As a Department of Defense contractor, the employer requires employees to be US Persons and does not offer visa sponsorship. Relocation is provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
College science courses or equivalent educational background; a degree is not required.
Ability to successfully pass Level I certification examinations and meet Level I certification requirements.
Computer and technical writing skills, such as MS Word, Excel, and MS Paint or equivalent.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including the ability to maintain goodwill in a potentially adversarial role.
Some understanding of electronics, test equipment, mechanical test methods, and material characteristics.
Ability to meet established near-vision and color-vision standards necessary for accurate inspection and product disposition.
Must be a US Person; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

Current Level I certification is preferred but not required.
Understanding of composite manufacturing or products is preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up and standardize equipment and conduct tests according to written and verbal instructions.
Perform non-destructive testing and inspect materials, manufactured items, parts, and assemblies for defects using applicable automated and manual methods.
Work within the scope and limitations of the testing methods for which certified.
Apply relevant codes, standards, and contractual documents governing the testing method.
Use knowledge of product manufacturing and inspection technology.
Assist in designing special test fixtures and test setups.