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Senior Technical NDT-E Engineer

Senior Technical NDT-E Engineer

BDI BRIDGE DIAGNOSTICSHorsham, PA, US
30+ days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking an accomplished, motivated, and versatile Subject Matter Expert (SME) in NDT-E to join our team. This is a pivotal, high-impact position supporting a multidisciplinary group of engineers, analysts, and technicians who perform nondestructive testing and evaluation (NDT-E) on critical infrastructure—bridges, dams, pavements, and other civil structures.

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced engineer with deep expertise in NDT-E methods, especially related to structural systems, corrosion-resistant coatings, and thermal barrier technologies. You will play a key role in defining technical strategy, ensuring quality and performance, mentoring field staff, and supporting business development and growth initiatives.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the development of technical strategies, QA / QC protocols, and field methodologies for NDT-E projects.
  • Oversee project data reviews and collaborate with analysis teams to guide decision-making, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Provide hands-on mentorship and leadership to junior engineers and field crews, ensuring adherence to state-of-the-art equipment, techniques, and in-house certifications.
  • Conduct technical research on emerging technologies, tools, and methods in NDT-E for civil infrastructure.
  • Represent BDI at conferences, trade shows, and client meetings—supporting business development efforts and elevating BDI’s brand as a leader in NDT-E services.
  • Collaborate across departments to align project schedules, technical analysis, and financial goals with client and company expectations.
  • Support strategic initiatives including sales plan execution and the development of future service offerings.

What You Bring

  • Advanced expertise in acoustic, ultrasonic, electromagnetic, and electrochemical NDT-E techniques, including data processing, analysis, and reporting.
  • Deep understanding of bridge, dam, and heavy civil infrastructure systems and the interpretation of structural analysis data.
  • Extensive field experience in NDT-E with a strong track record of producing high-quality technical reports.
  • Strong communication skills—able to convey complex information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Familiarity with structural instrumentation, monitoring systems, and various NDT tools and methods such as ground-penetrating radar and ultrasonic shear wave tomography (MIRA).
  • A results-oriented, adaptable leader with proven project management and team guidance skills.
  • You Are

  • Recognized in the industry as a trusted expert and thought leader in NDT-E.
  • Motivated by solving complex technical problems and mentoring the next generation of engineers.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Collaborative, flexible, and ready to grow with a fast-moving, innovative organization.
  • Comfortable with public speaking and publishing in technical forums.
  • Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in NDT-E and / or structural instrumentation.
  • Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Materials Engineering.
  • Technical expertise in concrete and steel NDT-E applications using ultrasonics, GPR, thermography, and electrochemical techniques.
  • Experience with material sampling and testing (e.g., concrete coring, chloride testing, petrography).
  • Willing to travel 25–50% for project support, client meetings, and industry events.
  • Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
  • PE license preferred.
  • Experience with managing engineering service projects or civil construction efforts is desirable.
  • Preferred Certifications

  • ASNT Level II in UT, PAUT, MT, and / or PT
  • Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) with AWS D1.5 experience
  • FHWA-NHI Certifications (130055, 130078)
  • Compensation and Benefits

    Salary Range : $150,000 - $200,000 per year

    We offer a comprehensive, industry-leading compensation and benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being :

  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company match : 100% match on contributions up to 3%, plus 50% match on contributions up to 5%
  • Competitive medical insurance coverage with generous employer contributions
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding
  • Company-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Optional dental, vision, hospital, critical illness, accident, and pet insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • BDI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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