NDT Examiner

Ellwood National Forge has an opening for an NDT Examiner. This is a salary exempt position based at the ENF Irvine Plant, and include assignments and travel to the Corry/Warren Plants supporting the organizations NDT and MIL-STD-2132 requirements.

 These job functions are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of duties: 

• Develop and approve NDT procedures, calibration methods, and equipment evaluations to ensure compliance with customer and specification requirements.


• Train, certify, and oversee NDT Level I, II, and III personnel.


• Select, calibrate, and operate NDT equipment; interpret and evaluate test results according to applicable standards.

• Evaluates test results and advises on appropriate measures in case of non-conformance.


• Select, calibrate, and operate equipment used in the non-destructive testing of products.


• Provide feedback to engineering regarding design related to NDT inspection, or repair of product.


• Review external NDT reports (as necessary).


• Review and verify internal and subcontractor NDT reports and personnel qualifications.


• Review customer NDT specifications and scope of work to verify capability and identify associated costs at quotation.


• Collaborate with external laboratories, audit authorities or internal stakeholders and customers with respect to design and qualitative aspects of test procedures.


• Perform audits of internal and subcontractor NDT processes to ensure compliance. To include travel to on-site audits of subcontractors


• Maintain NDT qualification records and develop NDT personnel training, testing methods and administer examinations.


• Lead NDT process improvement.


• Perform Quality Engineering tasks such as Quality Planning, Data Analysis and Process Control activities as related to NDT.


• Regular attendance as scheduled is an essential function.

MNIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree (or higher) in engineering or science.

• 2 - 5 years of manufacturing experience.


• Direct experience developing procedures, qualifying personnel, and leading audits

• Ability to write and approve compliant NDT procedures

• Strong personal computer skills, including Microsoft office programs


• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills


• Must be results oriented with a strong desire to succeed, and be self-driven


• Solid verbal and written communication skills

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• T9074-AS-GIB-101/271, SNT-TC-1A, and NAS-410 Level III certification in Ultrasonic, Magnetic Particle, and Visual Inspection after assuming this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Level III in one or more NDT methods per NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A

• BS degree in engineering or science


• Certification by the American Society of Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) by examination.

 Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/ females/veterans/individuals with disabilities /sexual orientation/gender identity.