Full Time PLI Lead Tech - Kansas City, MO

PLI Lead Technician – Kansas City, MO Location: US-MO-Smithville

ID: 2025-16660

Responsibilities The PLI Technician will work independently for extended periods in remote areas in support of client programs. Primarily will be performing calibrations; nondestructive tests; evaluations for acceptance or rejection determinations according to written instructions and record results; performing tests outside the normal requirements of NDT. Specific PLI examples: soil sampling, PH measurements, CP measurements, coating condition assessments, pit depth gaging and calculation of R‑Streng/KAPPA values. Must be familiar with the scope and limitations of the test/inspection method being used. Set up and utilize nondestructive testing equipment including mag yokes, UT thickness gauges and UT flaw detectors Calibrate nondestructive test equipment Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results Organize and report test results Perform specialized inspections Review pipeline integrity inspection reports, including assisting other pipeline integrity technicians with reporting Attend operational meetings with client engineers and project managers Maintain open lines of communication between clients and pipeline integrity technicians Update pipeline integrity databases and manage FTP sites Track the status of priority digs and ensure all inspection and testing meet client specifications Assist in technician training Assist with dig package and cost estimating Maintain metrics on reporting, costs, productivity, etc. Resolve any technical issues in the field Report the results obtained from investigations May instruct and supervise others Perform other job‑related tasks as directed by the manager Requirements Post‑secondary degree in an engineering or technical field preferred Level II PT, MT, and UT II shear wave with Advanced Sizing & Detection Technique or above required Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret results of inspections Superior communication skills, both oral and written Organizational and time‑management skills Technical proficiency and attention to detail essential to the position Computer literate with Microsoft Office skills (including Word and Excel) Ability to manage and organize large and varied amounts of data Experience in report/scientific writing Experience with AutoCAD a plus Benefits Competitive salary Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance 401K Plan Paid holidays Paid time off Company Overview Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology‑enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a higher level of reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V‑Deck and condition‑based monitoring services. Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world's largest industrial segments. Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well‑equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident‑free work environments, pursue advanced technical developments and support reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Phase2 Technology