Non Destructive Evaluation (NDE) Level II IUT Technician

Job description

**Overview**

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Technician (Level II) to perform non-destructive testing (NDT) using ultrasonic methods to detect imperfections in materials, structures, and systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience in industrial inspection, a solid understanding of UT principles, and certification in accordance with industry standards.

Salary: $26- $30/hour DOE (depending on experience)

Employee will be eligible for shift differential if they are working the 2 nd or 3 rd shift.

**Responsibilities**

+ Perform Level II ultrasonic inspections on various materials, welds, and components to detect discontinuities and ensure quality standards.
+ Set up and calibrate UT equipment based on specific testing procedures and customer specification
+ Interpret and evaluate inspection results, identify discontinuities, and determine their relevance to product integrity.
+ Document findings and generate detailed technical reports in accordance with codes and customer requirements.
+ Supervise and guide Level I UT Technicians as needed.
+ Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards (e.g., ASME, AWS, API), and client specifications.
+ Maintain equipment and ensure it is functioning properly and safely
+ Capability of analyzing C-scan data and A-scan presentations

**Skills / Qualifications**

+ High school diploma or GED;
+ Minimum 80 hours of UT school requirements (must be able to provide certificate)
+ Valid Level II certification or OJT Log in Ultrasonic Testing per ASNT SNT-TC-1A, NAS-410 standards.
+ Be able to work either shift 2 or 3
+ Minimum 2–5 years of hands-on experience in ultrasonic testing.
+ Excellent technical reporting and documentation skills.
+ Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
+ Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

**Work Environment:**

+ Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
+ Field and shop environments with exposure to varying weather and industrial conditions.
+ Must be willing to travel and work overtime or weekends as needed.
+ Use of PPE and strict adherence to safety procedures required.

**Company Overview**

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world.

Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries.

Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company.

We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work.

The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

**Diversity Statement**

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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**Job Locations** _US-TX-Houston_

**ID** _2025-17211_

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