NDT Technician - PT

Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider with a vision to be the No. 1 for its customers in enhancing efficiency and sustainability within the process industry. Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio spans the entire value chain, from consulting & engineering to prefabrication & installation, access & insulation, and services that improve the asset performance of industrial plants.

The company operates in three geography-based segments:
Western Europe, Central Europe, and International, with primary activities in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its process industry customers come from markets such as chemicals & petrochemicals, energy, oil & gas, and pharma & biopharma. With about 31,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality, generating revenue of €5.4 billion in the financial year 2025.

To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers:
Operational Excellence to continuously improve its own efficiency and performance, and Market Expansion to strengthen customer orientation and establish Bilfinger as the partner of choice.

The Penetrant Testing Technician supports production and quality activities by performing liquid penetrant testing in accordance with approved procedures, customer requirements, and applicable codes and standards.

This position is intended for either a current PT Level II technician or a motivated candidate working toward Level II certification. Current PT Level II certification is not required for consideration. However, candidates must have completed relevant NDT classroom hours or possess formal NDT education.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, dependable, comfortable working on night or second shift, and able to work effectively as part of a team. This individual should take ownership of assigned responsibilities and be invested in the overall success, quality, and performance of the group.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced team in a clean, climate-controlled work environment with meaningful opportunities for technical exposure, personal growth, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visible or fluorescent liquid penetrant testing, as qualified and authorized, in accordance with written instructions, approved procedures, and customer requirements.
• Prepare components and inspection surfaces before testing.
• Apply penetrant materials, observe required dwell and development times, and complete post-inspection cleaning.
• Set up and verify inspection equipment and materials before use.
• Confirm that inspection conditions meet procedural requirements.
• Identify and document relevant indications.
• Interpret and evaluate inspection results within the limits of the employee’s current certification and assigned authority.
• Accurately complete inspection reports, production records, and supporting documentation.
• Promptly communicate indications, nonconformances, process concerns, or quality issues to the appropriate supervisor or Level II/Level III personnel.
• Maintain penetrant materials, equipment, reference standards, and work areas in a clean and serviceable condition.
• Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and facility requirements.
• Participate in pre-job meetings, safety discussions, training activities, and team-planning efforts.
• Work closely with inspectors, production personnel, quality representatives, and supervision to support safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain dependable attendance and arrive prepared for assigned night or second-shift duties.
• Assist other team members when needed and contribute to the overall success of the inspection group.
• Complete assigned training, examinations, and documented experience requirements needed to obtain or…