Job Description

Overview

The ROSEN Group is a globally leading provider of cutting-edge solutions in the integrity process chain, employing over 4,000 people in more than 120 countries. ROSEN USA, based in Houston, TX, is seeking an Advanced In-Field Validation Technician to support ILI calibration and validation efforts across multiple ILI technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare inspection equipment and support equipment for transportation to the job site.
  • Assist customers and field personnel with pre-excavation planning and proper on-site location identification.
  • Accurately locate target anomalies on the pipe and select appropriate NDT techniques.
  • Collect data for comprehensive pipeline examination reports and deliver NDT reports.
  • Perform inspection work in the field 80% of the time to support ILI activities.
  • Use NDT techniques such as UT, Phased Array, Eddy Current, MPI, Laser Scanner, and Visual Inspection.
  • Supervise, support, and mentor less experienced personnel in NDT, safety, and quality processes.
  • Review, validate, and approve assigned personnel timesheets and reports.

Requirements

  • Extended periods of travel > 80%.
  • Maintain a valid US Passport.
  • 2yr Degree in NDT or related field or equivalent work experience.
  • NDT Level II with visual Inspection, UT, Phased Array, Eddy Current, ACFM, and MPI.
  • Thorough knowledge of Advanced NDT inspections such as AUT, UT-SW, and/or Guided Wave Testing.
  • Onsite pipeline integrity excavation activity experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of industry codes.
  • Technical background with measurement techniques and 3-dimensional thinking.
  • Maintain a clean driving record.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401K
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and limited lighting.
  • Potential to work at elevated heights.
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy weights with assistance.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401K
PTO

How this job compares in Houston, TX

Pay in context

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