NDT/NDE Technician

S&ME•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

S&ME is seeking an experienced NDT/NDE Technician, preferably a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), to join our Metals team in Atlanta, Georgia. This role offers a dynamic work environment where you will build valuable skills and contribute to the safety of community structures. S&ME has a 50-year history of providing innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing services across various industries. As a 100% employee-owned company, S&ME offers a personal stake in the company's success, opportunities for career growth through mentorship and training, involvement in exciting and diverse projects, a supportive and collaborative culture, and a focus on work-life balance and community impact.

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
Working the majority of the time outdoors in varying weather conditions
Climbing heights over 200 feet
Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of materials and equipment
Safely handling field tools and maneuvering equipment on active construction sites
Working outside of normal business hours and traveling (typically out-of-town and/or overnight) as project needs arise
Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements.
Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered.

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, PT and/or MT certification

Responsibilities

Visually inspect structural steel, including bolted and welded connections.
Conduct fieldwork, which 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.
Conduct inspections and deploy non-destructive testing methods to uphold quality standards.
Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) duties such as ultrasonic inspection (UT) of welds and/or magnetic particle testing (MT) of welds.
Manage testing assignments across projects.
Maintain testing equipment in working order and calibration, which may include managing field and laboratory equipment inventories, formal calibration records, and participating in quality systems audits.
Create detailed reports to communicate findings.