Senior Nondestructive Examination Specialist

Required Skills (External)

Requirements\:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below\:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Nondestructive Testing, Materials Science, or related technical discipline preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible NDE experience, with significant experience in Radiographic Testing (RT) and advanced imaging technologies.
• Current ASNT NDT Level III certification in Radiographic Testing (RT) required.
• Additional ASNT Level III certifications in Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Visual Testing (VT), or Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of radiographic theory, exposure calculations, film interpretation, digital detector technologies, image quality evaluation, and radiation safety practices.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including ASME Section V, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8, API 1104, API 650, API 620, AWS D1.1, and related standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of fabrication, welding, pressure-containing equipment, pipelines, and associated inspection methods within the oil and gas industry.
• Thorough understanding of quality assurance and quality control principles, procedures, systems, and audit practices.
• Experience reviewing welding procedures, welder qualifications, NDE procedures, and inspection documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear technical reports and recommendations.
• Ability to interface effectively with contractors, inspectors, engineers, project managers, regulators, and executive leadership.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple concurrent assignments.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and inspection data management systems.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

• Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally, often with limited advance notice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving as a Responsible Level III for a major owner/operator, NDE service provider, or manufacturing organization.
• Experience with digital radiography (DR), computed radiography (CR), automated NDE systems, and advanced inspection technologies.
• Knowledge of pipeline construction, integrity management, pressure vessel fabrication, and storage tank construction.
• Experience supporting large capital projects within the midstream oil and gas industry.
• Previous experience conducting vendor, contractor, and quality management system audits.

Working Conditions\:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Frequent travel to fabrication facilities, construction sites, compressor stations, terminals, and operational assets.
• Occasional overnight and extended travel may be required.
• Regular visits to industrial, manufacturing, and construction environments which may include exposure to elevated noise levels, confined spaces, heights, extreme weather conditions, and moving equipment.
• May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, fire-resistant clothing, hearing protection, safety footwear, and other site-specific protective equipment.
• May be required to work in areas where radiographic testing activities are being performed and must maintain awareness of radiation safety requirements and controls.

Required Skills (External)

Requirements\:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below\:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Nondestructive Testing, Materials Science, or related technical discipline preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible NDE experience, with significant experience in Radiographic Testing (RT) and advanced imaging technologies.
• Current ASNT NDT Level III certification in Radiographic Testing (RT) required.
• Additional ASNT Level III certifications in Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Visual Testing (VT), or Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of radiographic theory, exposure calculations, film interpretation, digital detector technologies, image quality evaluation, and radiation safety practices.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including ASME Section V, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8, API 1104, API 650, API 620, AWS D1.1, and related standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of fabrication, welding, pressure-containing equipment, pipelines, and associated inspection methods within the oil and gas industry.
• Thorough understanding of quality assurance and quality control principles, procedures, systems, and audit practices.
• Experience reviewing welding procedures, welder qualifications, NDE procedures, and inspection documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear technical reports and recommendations.
• Ability to interface effectively with contractors, inspectors, engineers, project managers, regulators, and executive leadership.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple concurrent assignments.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and inspection data management systems.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

• Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally, often with limited advance notice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving as a Responsible Level III for a major owner/operator, NDE service provider, or manufacturing organization.
• Experience with digital radiography (DR), computed radiography (CR), automated NDE systems, and advanced inspection technologies.
• Knowledge of pipeline construction, integrity management, pressure vessel fabrication, and storage tank construction.
• Experience supporting large capital projects within the midstream oil and gas industry.
• Previous experience conducting vendor, contractor, and quality management system audits.

Working Conditions\:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Frequent travel to fabrication facilities, construction sites, compressor stations, terminals, and operational assets.
• Occasional overnight and extended travel may be required.
• Regular visits to industrial, manufacturing, and construction environments which may include exposure to elevated noise levels, confined spaces, heights, extreme weather conditions, and moving equipment.
• May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, fire-resistant clothing, hearing protection, safety footwear, and other site-specific protective equipment.
• May be required to work in areas where radiographic testing activities are being performed and must maintain awareness of radiation safety requirements and controls.