NDT UT II Shear Wave Technician
About The Position
The NDT UT II Shear Wave Technician will perform Ultrasonic Testing (UT) inspections utilizing shear wave techniques on welds, plate, pipe, pressure vessels, and structural components. This role involves interpreting and evaluating inspection results according to applicable codes, standards, and customer specifications. The technician will also be responsible for setting up, calibrating, standardizing, and operating UT equipment, identifying, sizing, characterizing, and documenting discontinuities, and completing accurate inspection reports and quality documentation. Additionally, the technician will maintain equipment calibration records, read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications, ensure compliance with industry standards and company QMS, coordinate with stakeholders, assist in developing inspection techniques, mentor Level I technicians, maintain certification records, and travel to customer facilities as required.
Requirements
- Current Level II Ultrasonic Testing (UT) certification in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A, NAS-410, NAVSEA, or CP-189.
- Demonstrated experience performing manual shear wave ultrasonic inspections.
- Thorough understanding of ultrasonic wave propagation, angle beam inspection techniques, DAC, AWS D1.1 acceptance criteria, and flaw characterization.
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, weld procedures, and inspection requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and electronic reporting systems.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel.
Nice To Haves
- Graduated from a Non-Destructive Testing School
- Additional NDT certifications (PT, VT, PAUT, RT) are a plus
- Experience in refinery, manufacturing, fabrication, aerospace, or industrial environments preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform Ultrasonic Testing (UT) inspections utilizing shear wave techniques on welds, plate, pipe, pressure vessels, and structural components.
- Interpret and evaluate inspection results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and customer specifications.
- Set up, calibrate, standardize, and operate ultrasonic testing equipment before and during inspections.
- Identify, size, characterize, and document discontinuities using appropriate shear wave methods.
- Complete accurate inspection reports, data sheets, and quality documentation.
- Verify equipment calibration and maintain calibration records.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, procedures, and technical specifications.
- Ensure inspections are performed in accordance with ASME, AWS, API, ASTM, and customer requirements.
- Maintain compliance with company Quality Management System (QMS), safety policies, and industry regulations.
- Coordinate with customers, supervisors, engineers, and quality personnel regarding inspection findings.
- Assist with developing inspection techniques and improving inspection processes.
- Mentor and provide guidance to Level I technicians as needed.
- Maintain certification records and participate in continuing education and annual proficiency requirements.
- Travel to customer facilities and job sites as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
