NDT/NDE Technician

S&ME•Greensboro, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

S&ME is seeking an experienced NDT/NDE Technician for their Metals team in Greensboro, North Carolina. This role involves ensuring the structural integrity and safety of projects by inspecting structural steel, including bolted and welded connections. The position requires fieldwork, potentially involving climbing steel structures to heights over 200 feet using fall protection equipment. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, performing non-destructive testing (NDT) such as ultrasonic inspection (UT) and magnetic particle testing (MT) of welds, managing testing assignments, maintaining and calibrating equipment, and creating detailed reports. The role may require working over 50 hours per week, including off-shift and weekend work. S&ME is a 100% employee-owned company with a history of over 50 years in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Minimum of 3 years of NDT/NDE metals testing experience OR an associate degree in a closely related field
Active industry-related certifications: AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification or working towards AMPP Coatings, a plus
Achievement of ASNT Level II certification per ASNT-SNT-TC-1A in at least one method
Willing and able to perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment
Willing and able to work the majority of the time outdoors in varying weather conditions
Willing and able to climb heights over 200 feet
Willing and able to routinely lift and carry 40-50 lbs. of materials and equipment
Willing and able to safely handle field tools and maneuver equipment on active construction sites
Willing and able to work outside of normal business hours and travel (typically out-of-town and/or overnight) as project needs arise
Must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements.
Must have valid employment eligibility (I-9).

Nice To Haves

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Experience in Safety, DDC, NDT, and Radiation Training
Experience with the use of fall protection equipment and personal fall arrest systems
ICC certification in Building Inspections and/or Structural Steel Inspection
Level II for UT certification
Level II for PT, MT certifications

Responsibilities

Conduct inspections and deploy non-destructive testing methods to uphold impeccable quality standards.
Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) duties such as ultrasonic inspection (UT) of welds and/or magnetic particle testing (MT) of welds.
Juggle testing assignments across projects, contributing to the success of each endeavor.
Maintain testing equipment in working order and calibration; can include managing field and laboratory equipment inventories, formal calibration records, and participating in quality systems audits.
Craft detailed reports to effectively communicate findings.
Visually inspect structural steel, including bolted and welded connections.
Engage in fieldwork that may involve safely climbing steel structures such as buildings, cell phone towers, and water tanks, to heights exceeding 200 feet, using fall protection equipment and personal fall arrest systems.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a minimum 5% company contribution
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover options
Paid Maternity/Parental Leave
Employee Recognition Program
Credential Incentive Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
$2,000 Referral Bonuses