Description
Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) to assess the integrity and safety of structures, vehicles, and vessels using X-ray, ultrasound, fiber optics, and related equipment in compliance with codes and safety standards.
- • Supervise and mentor NDT trainees and staff.
- • Set up and perform radiographic testing to produce interpretable images.
- • Evaluate material properties using electrical, mechanical, or flow measurements as applicable.
- • Develop and apply NDT methods such as acoustic emission, leak testing, and thermal or infrared.
- • Document NDT procedures, setups, and results.
- • Map internal discontinuities using ultrasonic or sonic measurements.
- • Perform visual examinations with endoscopes, closed-circuit television, and fiber optics.
- • Interpret and evaluate indications per applicable codes, standards, specifications, and procedures.
- • Detect defects in concrete and other building materials using thermal or infrared testing.
- • Identify flaws in solid materials using ultrasonic testing techniques.
- • Select, calibrate, and operate NDT instruments and accessories.
- • Conduct liquid penetrant testing, including cleaning, application, and development.
- • Prepare clear, complete NDT inspection reports.
- • Analyze results across NDT methods, including acoustic emission, electromagnetic, leak, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, neutron radiographic, radiographic, thermal or infrared, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, and visual testing.
- • Inspect structures and vehicles such as aircraft, trains, nuclear reactors, bridges, dams, and pipelines using NDT techniques.
- • Adhere to radiation protection and general NDT safety practices.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
