NDT Physicist

🏢 NOV
📍 Houston, United StatesFull-timeOn-site
📅 Posted: 4mo ago🔄 Updated: 4mo ago
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National Oilwell Varco (NOV) Tuboscope Inspection is seeking an experienced NDT Physicist to join their R&D team. The role involves developing advanced ultrasonic and electromagnetic inspection systems for tubular goods, designing new NDT procedures, and collaborating with engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in ultrasonic NDT, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and a strong ability to conduct analytical and experimental research. Experience with phased array UT, electromagnetic methods, and programming languages like Python is preferred. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.
Requirements
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Physics, Engineering, or Mathematics with specialization in ultrasound/NDT. A minimum of 5-10 years of relevant industrial experience in ultrasonic nondestructive testing is required. Experience with phased array ultrasonic testing, electromagnetic inspection methods, and NDE system design/development is preferred. Proficiency in programming languages like C, C++, Python, and familiarity with data acquisition, signal processing, and industry standards are highly desirable.
Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop ultrasonic and electromagnetic inspection systems for tubular goods.
  • Design and implement new procedures and methodologies for nondestructive testing.
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers on equipment design, manufacturing, and testing.
  • Investigate and resolve inspection challenges encountered in field operations.
  • Communicate technical findings and technical suggestions through detailed reports and presentations.
  • Support Operations with ultrasonic scan plans and address customer inquiries and technical issues.

Qualifications

  • 5–10 years of relevant industrial experience in ultrasonic (UT) nondestructive testing.
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics (with specialization in ultrasound/NDT), or a related field.
  • Experience with phased array ultrasonic testing and/or electromagnetic inspection methods (e.g., magnetic flux leakage, eddy current) is preferred.
  • Experience in design, development of nondestructive evaluation (NDE) systems, and testing of NDE components and systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform both analytical and experimental research.
  • Working knowledge of programming languages and tools on PC (Windows or Linux) such as C, C++, C#, Python or JavaScript is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with data acquisition, signal & image processing, electronics, ultrasonic probes, and instrumentation.
  • Knowledge of finite element methods for ultrasound or electromagnetism 
  • Knowledge of computer vision or vision-language model for NDT or automation 
  • Knowledge of industry standards such as API, ASTM.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and experience with practical problem-solving methodologies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Self-motivated, innovative, and capable of conducting independent research in a multidisciplinary environment.
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