Quality NDE Examiner/Inspector Leak Testing

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Quality NDE Examiner/Inspector - Leak Testing to work on our MFC Quality Control team. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex with every Friday off. 

At Idaho National Laboratory, you will perform sensitive leak test and quality control (QC) tasks. These include inspections, tests, examinations, and surveillance/oversight activities validating compliance with customer, engineering, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Perform nondestructive examinations (NDE) as required to verify acceptability. Provide input to the appropriate stakeholders on inspection and testing processes and requirements within inspection plans. Provide written documentation of all QC activities to validate activities. Maintain required certifications/qualifications to perform duties.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Nondestructive Examiner:

• Become certified at INL as a Level II NDE Leak Test Examiner within 3 months of hire date.
• Operate test equipment including helium mass spectrometer leak detectors and vacuum equipment.
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to quality engineering staff on the correct application of inspection discipline and technique
• Train and provide guidance to NDT Technician I's and NDT Technician II's. Mentor as needed.
• Receives instruction and supervision from a certified Level II or Level III.
• Interface with engineers and manufacturing personnel to provide test results and assist in process improvements, as needed.
• Perform in-process surveillances of complex wide program work to verify compliance with company quality program procedures.
• Pursuing personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for effective performance.
• May operate advanced examination equipment as required.
• May interpret and disposition advanced examination output data.
• May perform technical reviews to maintain company level inspection procedures are accurate and correct.
• May present training and activities for Inspector Certification.
• Other duties as assigned.
   

Required:

• Level 4: Graduation from high school or equivalency and 6 years of direct Pressure Change and Mass Spec Leak Testing experience and previous or current Leak Testing ASNT NDE Certification.
• Level 5: Graduation from high school or equivalency and 6 or more years of direct Pressure Change and Mass Spec Leak Testing experience and ASNT NDE Leak Testing Certification.
• Obtain and maintain DOE "L" clearance.
• Relevant experience commensurate with level. Per MCP-13425 and/or MCP-13426
• Maintain INL Basic Inspector qualification and activities

• Become certified at INL as a Level II NDE examiner in Leak Testing Examination.

   

The ideal candidate will possess:

• ASNT Certified Leak Testing Level II is strongly preferred.
• Nuclear quality inspection experience.
• Associate degree in technical field from an accredited institution.
• Visual, Radiographic, or Liquid Penetrant NDE experience and certification.
   

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and use stairs for long periods of time. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, assemble parts, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and a motor vehicle. The employee must intermittently lift/carry and push/pull up to 50 pounds. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:

The work environment includes various facilities that may include exposure to extreme temperatures, UV (sun) exposure, radiation work, noisy and/or loud equipment, and hazards involving the use of power tools, lasers, and equipment which subjects the employee to mechanical and electrical hazards. Work may involve wearing protective clothing and utilizing ladders > 6 feet. Workdays will be longer than 8-hour days, overtime/irregular hours, and employees may work alone. Conditions may result in intermittent exposure to stress because of human behavior and various responsibilities.

Job Information:

•  The pay range for this position is: Level 4 ($41.42 - $ $70.41) / Level 5 ($47.64 -$ $80.98). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
•  Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.