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NOV Tuboscope is seeking a Senior NDT Engineer for their R&D team in Houston, Texas. This role focuses on developing next-generation ultrasonic and electromagnetic inspection technologies for tubular products in the energy industry. The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, test, and improve NDT systems, solve complex inspection challenges, and contribute to innovative technologies. Responsibilities include developing and enhancing inspection systems, designing methodologies, resolving challenges, analyzing data, supporting operations, and evaluating NDT components. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 5+ years of NDT/NDE experience, with hands-on ultrasonic testing and inspection system development experience.
Preferred qualifications include experience with phased array ultrasonic testing, electromagnetic inspection methods, signal/image processing, programming in Python or C++, finite element analysis, and familiarity with AI or automation technologies. Prior experience in the oil and gas industry is also a plus. The role requires the ability to work in office and laboratory environments, occasional travel, and the ability to handle inspection equipment.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related technical field, and 5+ years of experience in nondestructive testing (NDT) or nondestructive evaluation (NDE). Must have hands-on experience with ultrasonic testing technologies and experience supporting the design, development, testing, or implementation of inspection systems. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and in a team.
Description
Position Summary
NOV Tuboscope is seeking a Senior NDT Engineer to join our Research & Development team in Houston, Texas. This role will focus on the development of next-generation ultrasonic and electromagnetic inspection technologies used to evaluate tubular products in the energy industry.
The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment alongside electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to design, test, and improve advanced nondestructive testing (NDT) systems. This position offers the opportunity to solve complex inspection challenges, support field operations, and contribute to innovative technologies that enhance product quality, reliability, and safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and enhance ultrasonic and electromagnetic inspection systems for tubular products.
- Design and implement innovative NDT methodologies and inspection procedures.
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software engineering teams on system design, development, testing, and deployment.
- Investigate and resolve inspection challenges encountered during manufacturing and field operations.
- Analyze inspection data and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations.
- Support Operations with ultrasonic scan plans, technical recommendations, and customer inquiries.
- Evaluate and test NDT components, instrumentation, sensors, and inspection equipment.
- Participate in research initiatives focused on advancing inspection technology and automation capabilities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in nondestructive testing (NDT) or nondestructive evaluation (NDE).
- Hands-on experience with ultrasonic testing technologies.
- Experience supporting the design, development, testing, or implementation of inspection systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT).
- Experience with electromagnetic inspection methods, including eddy current or magnetic flux leakage (MFL).
- Knowledge of signal processing, image processing, or data acquisition systems.
- Programming experience with Python, C++, C#, JavaScript, or similar languages.
- Experience with finite element analysis related to ultrasound or electromagnetics.
- Familiarity with machine vision, computer vision, AI, or automation technologies.
- Knowledge of API, ASTM, or other industry inspection standards.
- Previous experience in the oil and gas industry.
Ideal Backgrounds
Candidates may come from:
- NDT/NDE inspection technology companies
- Oil & Gas service companies
- Aerospace and defense organizations
- Industrial inspection and integrity management firms
- Research and development laboratories
- Ultrasonic instrumentation manufacturers
- Engineering consulting organizations specializing in inspection technologies
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in both office and laboratory environments.
- Ability to occasionally travel to manufacturing facilities, customer locations, and field operations.
- Ability to lift and handle inspection equipment as required.
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform testing activities for extended periods when necessary.