$105,000 - $130,000 per year About the role UII is seeking a Level III NDT Specialist to serve as the senior technical authority for non-destructive testing on our WMATA contract. You will review, qualify, and approve NDT procedures, with a primary focus on magnetic particle testing (MT), so that inspections of rail vehicles, components, and infrastructure are technically sound, code-compliant, and traceable. Responsibilities Develop, review, qualify, and approve NDT procedures and techniques, including MT and, as needed, UT, PT, RT, and other methods Review MT procedures, equipment, and consumables for suitability to WMATA materials, components, and inspection conditions Interpret applicable codes, standards, and specifications, and confirm procedures comply with them Determine appropriate NDT methods and establish acceptance criteria aligned with WMATA safety and operational requirements Review procedures for clarity, completeness, and repeatability Train, examine, and evaluate Level I and Level II personnel and confirm their competency Provide technical guidance to inspection teams and resolve questions on technique and interpretation Support audits, quality assurance reviews, and documentation control Maintain accurate, traceable records of procedure approvals, personnel qualifications, and inspection results Qualifications Required Current
ASNT NDT
Level III certification in Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), with additional Level III methods preferred Experience writing and approving NDT procedures under a written practice (e.g., SNT-TC-1A or
ANSI/ASNT CP-189
) Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (e.g., ASTM, ASME Section V, AWS) Demonstrated experience training and certifying Level I/II personnel Strong technical writing and documentation skills Ability to work on-site in Greenbelt, MD and pass a background check Preferred Experience in rail, transit, or other safety-critical infrastructure Experience with quality management systems and customer or third-party audits Prior experience supporting WMATA or other public transit agencies
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$105,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Non-destructive testing: 6 years (Required)
Magnetic Particle Testing:
6 years (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plans
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
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