The Installed Base Services Business Group combines the nuclear reactor design and construction activities and the products and services activities necessary for the maintenance, operation, modernization, and improvement of power plants. We specialize in remote tooling and robotics for inspecting nuclear components. Our group performs work in both Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR) and Boiling Water Reactors (BWR) environments, inspecting components with simple to sophisticated tooling and robotic equipment. We work closely with engineering and other technical teams to develop specialized Non Destructive Examination (NDE) techniques and tooling to perform customer required examinations.
Framatome is seeking an NDE Advanced Technician for our Lynchburg, VA office. The ideal candidate is a driven, positive and highly dedicated individual with demonstrated technical depth in the application of NDE with the ability to identify, clearly communicate and execute in a manner consistent with an program administrator.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Select individuals suitable for Level III certification
- Certify Level III candidates
- Revoke Level III candidates
- Develop and administer appropriate certification program
- Maintain records of personnel NDE certification
- Ensuring that personnel are trained, qualified, and certified in compliance with applicable federal, state and industry requirements
NDE Certification Administrator is required to fully understand requirements associated with :
- American Society for Non-Destructive Testing (ASNT)
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
- National Institute of Standards and Technologies (NIST)
- Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) PWR Steam Generator Examination Guidelines, Performance Demonstration Initiatives, and BWR and Internals Project (BWRVIP-03)
- U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
ALL CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY. CANDIDATES WHO EXCEED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS MAY BE CONSIDERED FOR A HIGHER LEVEL POSITION.
- High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 16+ years of directly NDE experience.
- Significant experience with all NDE techniques and applications (UT,PT,VT, MT & RT) – RT basic experience necessary
- Certified NDE Level III in at least one NDE technique
- Extensive knowledge of ASME Code
- Strong technical writing abilities with NDE procedure preparation experience
- Experienced with NDE qualification/demonstration requirements
- Proven people / team management experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
- Experienced in developing and defining deliverables for the qualification program
- Proficient in project status reporting with strong presentation skills
- Results driven self-starter requiring little direct supervision
- Strong sense of integrity, professional demeanor and willingness to consistently learn and engage in continued professional development
- Proven ability to complete project deliverables on schedule
Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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