NDT Level II Technician

General Matter•Paducah, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

General Matter is enriching uranium in America. Our goal is to design, build, and operate the world’s lowest-cost enrichment services in the United States. Our mission is to restore America’s ability to produce nuclear fuel—fuel that will power AI, advanced manufacturing, critical industries, and the next generation of nuclear reactors. Ultimately, our work will help power national ambitions and enable a high-energy society. We were incubated by Founders Fund, like Anduril and Palantir before us, and are backed by top-tier investors. Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production. We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability, and transparency. Help us build a high-energy society by making the cleanest, safest form of baseload energy the most affordable. The NDT Technician is responsible for performing nondestructive testing examinations, interpreting and evaluating results, preparing written NDT reports, and developing NDT procedures and work instructions. This position requires certification in one or more NDT methods and demonstrated experience in technical writing for NDT procedures in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

Requirements

Evidence of exceptional ability (prior projects, portfolio of work, completed products, etc).
Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals.
Ability to perform trade studies and make clear recommendations using first principles and engineering fundamentals even with partial information.
Education requirement – High School Diploma and Professional Certifications or demonstration of ability.
Minimum years of experience – 7+ years

Nice To Haves

Experience in a fast-paced engineering or highly technical environment, with a resourceful approach to delivering under tight timelines or budget constraints.
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or CWS
Strong fabrication background
Structural and piping experience
Welding process knowledge
Strong communication skills
Hands-on technical experience

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain NDT procedures, techniques, and work instructions in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, and quality requirements.
Perform NDT examinations, interpret and evaluate results, and prepare clear, accurate inspection reports and supporting documentation.
Support development and qualification of WPSs and PQRs, including weld process qualification and evaluation of new welding processes.
Interpret applicable construction, welding, fabrication, and inspection codes to establish appropriate examination and acceptance requirements.
Develop inspection methodologies and support production troubleshooting, root-cause investigations, and resolution of weld and fabrication quality issues.
Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, welding, and quality teams while providing technical guidance and mentorship to NDT personnel.