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Job Description
Job Description:
We are currently looking for:
Testia Ltd - NDT Consultant Engineer
Location: Wales
Contract: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
The remit of the role is to act as an NDT expert, supporting the operations by providing Level 2 NDT Inspection, technique development, technology development, Level 3 services, equipment demonstrations/sales and occasional training activities.
Duties
- Deliver NDT Level 2 inspection work at Testia Ltd and customer locations
- Provide NDT Level 3 and Responsible Level 3 support to our internal and external customers
- Perform NDT technique development and procedure development oversight and sign off
- Undertake and support the development of bespoke and novel NDT solutions
- Lead the uptake of advanced equipment and methods such as Eddy Current Array , Adva nced Phased array (FMC/TFM, etc), inspection automation and similar technologies
- Perform the function of horizon scanning for future technology and applications in NDT
- Perform the role of consultant advisor to peers, leadership team and customers in the application of new NDT technologies and techniques
- Lead the development of research and consultancy opportunities, liaising with current and new customers to generate new opportunities
- Support the sales and business development functions in the development of materials supporting bid opportunities
- Identify opportunities for new business through liaison with your own network and planning attendance at Trade Shows and Conferences
- Provide occasional support for Testia’s Training School (potentially performing the role of examiner by mutual agreement with training provided to support this)
- Undertake self development and the development of others for the benefit of the business
Key Criteria
- PCN and/or EN4179 Level 2 in four of the following methods: Ultrasonic Testing, Ultrasonic Phased Array Inspection, Magnetic Particle Inspection, Penetrant Testing, Eddy Current or Radiography
- Demonstrable experience of in-service/ manufacturing inspection
- Familiarity with working to occasional tight deadlines, working flexibly to overcome challenges faced in daily operations
- A self-motivated problem solver with a ‘can-do’ attitude
- Organised and professional in approach with an understanding of the Organisation’s position and needs
- Ability to work under own supervision, coordinating own travel, workload and deliverables
- Ability to function as part of a high performing team
- Experience in the inspection of metallic and composite components
- Ability and interest to develop additional Level 3 capabilities in support of role maturity
- Full, clean, UK driving licence class B
- Ability to travel within the UK at reasonable notice for weekly work at customer sites
- Ability and willingness to support EN4179/PCN training on occasions of high demand
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken
- Ability to attain Security Clearance (SC)
Desirable Criteria
- EN4179 and/or PCN Level 3 in one or more methods
- Project management experience and qualifications
- Management or team leadership experience
- Interest and ability to work overseas for extended periods (up to 1 month)
Benefits
- Flexible working hours (flexi-time)
- 25 days holidays + bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 1 week
- Pension scheme
- Discount shopping
Contract:
Interviews: January
Start date: March
Salary: circu £50,000 dependent on experience
Are you interested in a varied job in a motivated team? Then we look forward to receiving your application via our Workday system.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Testia Limited
Contract Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional
Job Family:
Quality Inspection
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