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Quality Technician III NDT Level III Examiner - PT, VT

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., Pullman, WA, United States


As a Quality Technician III NDT Level III Examiner (PT, VT) you will serve as a technical authority ensuring the integrity, safety, and compliance of critical components at SEL. In this role, you will lead, execute, and oversee nondestructive testing activities, develop and approve NDT procedures, perform advanced inspections, and ensure compliance with ASNT and other applicable requirements. This position functions as a subject matter expert for VT and PT inspections, provides technical oversight and audit surveillance, and ensures compliance with fabrication, welding, and NDT specifications. The role requires U.S. Citizenship and is ideal for an experienced NDT professional who thrives in leading inspection activities, training and certifying personnel, and driving continuous improvement in quality systems.
Note: United States Citizenship is required
As a Quality Technician III - NDT Level III Examiner, a typical day might include the following:
Establish and approve NDT procedures and other NDT related work instructions for technical adequacy and compliance to requirements.
Perform VT and PT NDT inspections and document results per specification requirements.
Review, administer, and perform surveillance audits to ensure compliance with NAVSEA fabrication, welding, and NDT specifications.
Prepare technical reports as result of findings during oversight, research and development, and problem resolution investigations.
Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices, and process improvements in the field of NDT.
Conduct the training, examination and certification of personnel in the methods certified.

This job might be for you if you are a US Citizen and you have:
Current Level III certification in PT and VT as ASNT SNT-TC-1A, T9074-AS-GIB-010/271, or NAVSEA 250-1500-01 Examiner
A B.S. degree (or higher) in engineering or science, plus one year of experience as an NDT Level II PT (Penetrant) and VT (Visual) or:
Completion of 2 years of engineering/science study at a university, college, or technical school, plus 2 years of experience as an NDT Level II PT (Penetrant) and VT (Visual) or:
4 years of experience as an NDT Level II PT (Penetrant) and VT (Visual)
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to serve as project lead or technical expert while witnessing inspections
Ability to understand basic principles of multiple NDT methods and applications to determine weld and base metal performance
Ability to independently perform and train personnel in all the duties of an NDT Helper (entry level position), Level I Operator, and Level II Inspector
Effective interpersonal and written or verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with/to NAVSEA and Military specifications
NDT Level III MT and/or RT certification
Experience creating NDT process documentation (written practice, NDT procedures)

Physical Requirements:
Ability to pass an eye exam with corrected or uncorrected vision
Ability to differentiate color
Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs.

Location
Pullman, WA - This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.