NDE Level III Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated Level III for Visual Testing (VT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT).
• Develop, review, revise, approve, and maintain NDE procedures, techniques, forms, and work instructions.
• Train, examine, qualify, and certify NDE personnel in accordance with company certification programs.
• Conduct annual reviews and recertification activities for NDE personnel.
• Provide technical interpretation of applicable codes, standards, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Support qualification and implementation of new NDE methods, equipment, and processes.
• Perform or witness NDE examinations as required to support production, qualification testing, audits, and customer requirements.
• Support investigation of nonconformances, root cause analysis activities, corrective actions, and technical evaluations involving NDE-related issues.
• Participate in internal audits, customer audits, supplier audits, and regulatory assessments associated with NDE processes.
• Review purchase orders, specifications, engineering drawings, and project documentation to identify NDE requirements.
• Support commercial and nuclear programs, including safety-related work where applicable.
• Maintain NDE records, certifications, examinations, and qualification documents.
• Provide technical guidance to Quality, Operations, Engineering, and Project Management personnel.
• Evaluate and recommend NDE equipment purchases, calibration requirements, and inspection technologies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives associated with inspection effectiveness, personnel qualifications, and process controls.
• Travel occasionally to company facilities, suppliers, customer locations, or training venues as required.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Strong knowledge of Visual Testing (VT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) methods.
• Current or previous Level III certification in VT and MT in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A or an equivalent employer-based program.
• Minimum 5 years of NDE experience in an industrial, manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, defense, or nuclear environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, welding documentation, and inspection requirements.
• Experience developing and approving NDE procedures, inspection instructions, and personnel certifications.
• Strong technical writing, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree preferred.
• Additional NDE certifications (PT, UT, RT, or ET) are a plus.
• Experience with quality systems such as ISO 9001, ASME, NQA-1, or CSA N299 and supporting audits is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.