Senior Technical NDT-E Engineer

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Full Time Professional Headquarters {CO}, Louisville, CO, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

We are seeking an accomplished, motivated, and versatile Subject Matter Expert (SME) in NDT-E to join our team. This is a pivotal, high-impact position supporting a multidisciplinary group of engineers, analysts, and technicians who perform nondestructive testing and evaluation (NDT-E) on critical infrastructure—bridges, dams, pavements, and other civil structures.

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced engineer with deep expertise in NDT-E methods, especially related to structural systems, corrosion-resistant coatings, and thermal barrier technologies. You will play a key role in defining technical strategy, ensuring quality and performance, mentoring field staff, and supporting business development and growth initiatives.

• Lead the development of technical strategies, QA/QC protocols, and field methodologies for NDT-E projects.
• Oversee project data reviews and collaborate with analysis teams to guide decision-making, timelines, and deliverables.
• Provide hands‑on mentorship and leadership to junior engineers and field crews, ensuring adherence to state‑of‑the‑art equipment, techniques, and in‑house certifications.
• Conduct technical research on emerging technologies, tools, and methods in NDT‑E for civil infrastructure.
• Represent BDI at conferences, trade shows, and client meetings—supporting business development efforts and elevating BDI’s brand as a leader in NDT‑E services.
• Collaborate across departments to align project schedules, technical analysis, and financial goals with client and company expectations.
• Support strategic initiatives including sales plan execution and the development of future service offerings.

• Advanced expertise in acoustic, ultrasonic, electromagnetic, and electrochemical NDT‑E techniques, including data processing, analysis, and reporting.
• Deep understanding of bridge, dam, and heavy civil infrastructure systems and the interpretation of structural analysis data.
• Extensive field experience in NDT‑E with a strong track record of producing high‑quality technical reports.
• Strong communication skills—able to convey complex information clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Familiarity with structural instrumentation, monitoring systems, and various NDT tools and methods such as ground‑penetrating radar and ultrasonic shear wave tomography (MIRA).
• A results‑oriented, adaptable leader with proven project management and team guidance skills.

• Recognized in the industry as a trusted expert and thought leader in NDT‑E.
• Motivated by solving complex technical problems and mentoring the next generation of engineers.
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and process‑driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative, flexible, and ready to grow with a fast‑moving, innovative organization.
• Comfortable with public speaking and publishing in technical forums.

• 10+ years of experience in NDT‑E and/or structural instrumentation.
• Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Materials Engineering.
• Technical expertise in concrete and steel NDT‑E applications using ultrasonics, GPR, thermography, and electrochemical techniques.
• Experience with material sampling and testing (e.g., concrete coring, chloride testing, petrography).
• Willing to travel 25–50% for project support, client meetings, and industry events.
• Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• PE license preferred.
• Experience with managing engineering service projects or civil construction efforts is desirable.

• ASNT Level II in UT, PAUT, MT, and/or PT
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) with AWS D1.5 experience
• FHWA‑NHI Certifications (130055, 130078)

Salary Range
: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

We offer a comprehensive, industry‑leading compensation and benefits package designed to support your…