NDT/NDE Technician

Job Description

Job Description

NDT/NDE TechnicianRequisition Number: 2026-1178-08S&ME is looking for a hard-working individual ready to take their career to new heights, literally. Join our Metals team out of Cincinnati, Ohio, as an NDT/NDE Technician.At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.Why Work at S&ME?Employee Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, our ESOP gives you a personal stake in our success and the opportunity to build long-term wealth while helping shape our future.Career Growth: We invest in your success with mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities.Exciting Projects: Big or small, simple or complex, we do it all. Our projects are as diverse as they are exciting, so every day brings something new.Supportive Culture: Collaboration, respect, and positivity fuel our team environment.Flexibility: Work-life balance matters to us, helping you thrive inside and outside the office.Community Impact: Your work will directly improve the communities where we live, work, and play.About The Role:As an NDT/NDE Technician, where no two days are alike, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the structural integrity and safety of our projects by visually inspecting structural steel, including bolted and welded connections. You'll be engaged in fieldwork that may involve safely climbing steel structures such as buildings, cell phone towers, and water tanks, to heights exceeding 200 feet, using fall protection equipment and personal fall arrest systems.Inspection and Non-Destructive Testing: Conduct inspections and deploy non-destructive testing methods to uphold impeccable quality standards. A significant portion of field inspection time is spent performing non-destructive testing (NDT) duties such as ultrasonic inspection (UT) of welds and/or magnetic particle testing (MT) of welds.Project Testing Assignments: Juggle testing assignments across projects, contributing to the success of each endeavor.Equipment Maintenance and Calibration: Maintain testing equipment in working order and calibration; can include managing field and laboratory equipment inventories, formal calibration records, and participating in quality systems audits.Report Creation: Craft detailed reports to effectively communicate findings.This position may require working 50+ hours per week (during periods of peak workload), as well as off-shift and weekend work, as needed. Experience in Safety, DDC, NDT, and Radiation Training, including the use of fall protection equipment and personal fall arrest systems, is a plus.About You:You have a High School Diploma/GEDYou have a minimum of 2 years of NDT/NDE metals testing experience OR an associate degree in a closely related fieldYou have active industry-related certifications:AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification or working towardsAMPP Coating Inspector Level I or IIAchievement of ASNT Level II certification per ASNT-SNT-TC-1A in at least one methodAdditional certifications, a plus:ICC certification in Building Inspections and/or Structural Steel InspectionLevel II for UT certificationLevel II for PT, MT certificationsYou Are Willing and Able to:Perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:Working the majority of the time outdoors in varying weather conditionsClimbing heights over 200 feetRoutinely lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of materials and equipmentSafely handling field tools and maneuvering equipment on active construction sitesWorking outside of normal business hours and traveling (typically out-of-town and/or overnight) as project needs ariseGrow With Us:At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover optionsPaid Maternity/Parental LeaveEmployee Recognition ProgramCredential Incentive ProgramTuition ReimbursementCompany Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work$2,000 Referral Bonuses & More!Join us at S&ME!This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.