Quality Level III NDT Engineer – Magnetic Particle Inspection; MPI Fluorescent Penetrant Ins Job Addison area,Illinois USA,Quality

Position: Quality Level III NDT Engineer – Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) & Fluorescent Penetrant Ins[...]

Develop, approve, and maintain MPI and FPI procedures, techniques, and work instructions.
Ensure compliance with applicable standards such as NAS 410, ASTM, ASME, customer specifications, and aerospace or industrial regulations.
Serve as the designated Level 3 authority for NDT personnel certification, training, examinations, and qualification programs. (Responsible Level III)
Provide technical guidance, training, and mentoring to Level 1 and Level 2 inspectors.
Evaluate inspection methods, equipment, materials, and process controls to improve detection capability and efficiency.
Conduct audits, process assessments, and internal compliance reviews.
Review and disposition inspection results, nonconformances, and quality concerns.
Support root cause analysis and corrective action investigations related to NDT findings.
Interface with customers, regulatory agencies, and third-party auditors on NDT matters.
Maintain NDT records, certifications, and documentation required for compliance and traceability.
Perform Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) on manufactured parts according to specifications, drawings, customer requirements, and applicable standards.
Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI) on manufactured parts according to specifications, drawings, customer requirements, and applicable standards.
Identify and evaluate indications such as cracks, seams, laps, inclusions, and other material discontinuities.
Determine whether an indication is acceptable or rejectable based on the applicable specification.
Document inspection results and maintain required quality/NDT records and traceability.
Verify inspection equipment is functioning properly and perform, and document all required system performance checks in accordance with applicable procedures and standards.
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and inspection criteria.
Work with Quality, Engineering, and Production when nonconforming material is discovered.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Ability to make product judgements based on procedures and drawings.
Ability to operate automated inspection equipment.
Ability to utilize variable and attribute measuring equipment to determine product acceptance.
Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Basic understanding of geometric dimensioning, tolerancing, and blueprint interpretation
Strong verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers
Strong reading skills and visual comprehension
Familiarity with blueprints and schematics
Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to prioritize workloads
Knowledge of AS9100D with ISO 9001: 2015 preferred
Other duties as assigned

Essential Duties &

Key Responsibilities

Develop, approve, and maintain MPI and FPI procedures, techniques, and work instructions.
Ensure compliance with applicable standards such as NAS 410, ASTM, ASME, customer specifications, and aerospace or industrial regulations.
Serve as the designated Level 3 authority for NDT personnel certification, training, examinations, and qualification programs. (Responsible Level III)
Provide technical guidance, training, and mentoring to Level 1 and Level 2 inspectors.
Evaluate inspection methods, equipment, materials, and process controls to improve detection capability and efficiency.
Conduct audits, process assessments, and internal compliance reviews.
Review and disposition inspection results, nonconformances, and quality concerns.
Support root cause analysis and corrective action investigations related to NDT findings.
Interface with customers, regulatory agencies, and third-party auditors on NDT matters.
Maintain NDT records, certifications, and documentation required for compliance and traceability.
Perform Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) on manufactured parts according to specifications, drawings, customer requirements, and applicable standards.
Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI) on manufactured parts according to specifications, drawings, customer requirements, and applicable standards.
Identify and evaluate indications such as cracks, seams, laps, inclusions, and other material discontinuities.
Determine whether an indication is acceptable or rejectable based on the applicable specification.
Document inspection results and maintain required quality/NDT records and traceability.
Verify inspection equipment is functioning properly and perform, and document all required system performance checks in accordance with applicable procedures and standards.
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and inspection criteria.
Work with Quality, Engineering, and Production when nonconforming material is discovered.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies

Ability to make product judgements based on procedures and drawings.
Ability to operate automated inspection equipment.
Ability to…