Lead NDT Application Specialist

Job description

Job Number

2620599

Business

GE Oil & Gas

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Posted Position Title

Lead NDT Application Specialist

Career Level

Experienced

Function

Product Management

Function Segment

Product Management

Location(s) Where Opening Is Available

United States

U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces

New York

City

Skaneateles

Postal Code

13152-5314

Relocation Assistance

Yes

Role Summary/Purpose

The Lead NDT Application Specialist will be responsible for the development of Ultrasonic NDT inspections solutions / applications from procedure through devices including data acquisition using Conventional Ultrasound, Phased Array Ultrasound Eddy Current and Remote Visual inspection technologies.

Essential Responsibilities

They will be focused on creating integrated application solutions to solve inspection applications for our customers aligned with industry codes and standards and based on emerging trends and needs in the NDT industry. The Lead NDT Application Specialist will be required to participate in industry code committees, understand new inspection trends and needs, then translate those into specifications, designs and ultimately new inspection solutions.

In the role of Lead NDT Application Specialist you will:

·  NDT Industry experience with inspection and custom applications development

·  Provide quotations for special products, then design and oversee their construction, validation and installation. Frequent interaction with high-level personnel at major customers, sales teams, engineering and product management on development of special solutions

·  Support growth opportunities as assigned with the primary focus on Ultrasonic transducers and solutions, but with possible inclusion of Eddy Current, Radiographic and Remote Visual inspection technologies

·  Manage NDT development projects while adhering to project schedules and performance requirements

·  Execute with support and guidance from GEIT NDT COE's the analysis, design, test and/or integration required to manage and support the assigned projects to meet business standards, practices and procedures and the product / program requirements

·  Provide technical leadership to internal and external customers as assigned

·  Document products and technical data generated consistent with engineering policies and procedures

·  Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments

·  Participate on teams assigned to address organizational initiatives and generic issues

·  Participate on Industry codes and standards committees, write and present technical papers and provide direction / influence in setting future requirements for NDT inspection standards

·  Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Desired Characteristics

·  ASNT Level II or III equivalency

·  Knowledge of UT and ET probe design and fabrication techniques and industrial NDT applications

·  Experience with Industry Code committee specification writing or in developing NDT applications a must

·  Knowledge of standard system integration

·  Experience with NDT inspection systems

·  Computer literate with experience using AutoCAD or other 3D software

·  Beneficial Skills include: Mechanical Design; Broad understanding of mechanical principles; Knowledge of machining practices; Electronics and Electro-mechanics; Six Sigma / Lean experience or certifications

·  Significant experience relevant to indicated position area of expertise

·  Proficiency with the design, test and analysis tools relevant to the function

·  Practical, hands-on experience in one or more of the following NDT modalities (UT,ET,RT,RVI)

·  Six years of hands on multi-modality NDT expertise desirable

·  NDT field inspection experience highly desirable – with an emphasis on power generation, oil & gas or aerospace

·  Demonstrated written and oral communication skills

·  Project management experience

·  MS Word, Excel, CAD, and SAP SW experience

·  Requires high energy, assertiveness, and self-motivated individual to work in a fast paced environment with limited direction

·  Individual must be a self-starter, creative and strategic thinker who has a passion for products, customers and NDT inspection

·  Highly customer centric, strong technical aptitude with the ability to execute and drive results

Desired profile

Qualifications/Requirements

·  Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Materials science from an accredited college or university

·  Minimum 3 years of experience in project management