Department Overview



Applied Technology Services (ATS) is an internal service provider performing technical services for PG&E. The Nondestructive Examination (NDE) unit provides technical NDE expertise, consultation, special project inspections and examinations in both the laboratory and in the field. The methods and tools used to support various projects throughout PG&E include: Gamma and X-Ray conventional and computed radiography, conventional and automated ultrasonic testing using straight beam, shear wave, phased array and TOFD, magnetic particle testing, liquid penetrant testing, remote video inspection using push cameras and crawlers, CWI visual inspections, surface laser scanning, infrared thermography, field chemistry analysis, acid etching, and in-situ tensile/yield strength testing.



Projects are performed in support of Gas Operations, Hydro Generation, Nuclear Power

Generation and Electric Operations. Specific Gas Operation projects include gas pipeline inspections in support of internal/external corrosion direct assessment and in-line (ILI) inspection programs. Hydro Generation projects include pressure boundary, penstock and rotor inspections. PG&E’s Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant requires ATS support for the main turbine, feed-water piping and conduit inspections on an annual basis.





Position Summary



The NDE Engineering Technician II shall have the skills and knowledge to set up and calibrate equipment to conduct inspections and to interpret, evaluate, and document results in accordance with company procedures written with respect to applicable codes, specifications, and standards. The individual shall be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the test method and shall exercise assigned responsibility to effectively communicate inspection results to project engineering and/or management. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient execution of NDE inspections within the PG&E service territory.



This position will require 50% of the NDE Engineering Technician’s time to be spent at work sites throughout the Northern California service territory. Technicians are dispatched from the San Ramon office location daily with overnight stays near the work site being required on a limited basis.



This position is represented by the Engineers & Scientists of California (ESC) subject to collective bargaining.





Responsibilities



Perform all laboratory and field assignments, maintenance and repairs, calibrations, and investigations of a difficult nature on a wide variety of materials and equipment; perform other investigative work as directed.
Prepare reports on results of investigations
Perform tests in the field including dielectric testing, without supervision
May direct the work of other employees

Qualifications

Minimum:

Associate degree in the appropriate field of technology or equivalent education and experience
Documented classroom and on the job training hours for the direct certification to Ultrasonic, Radiographic, Liquid Penetrant, and Magnetic Particle Level II examiner in accordance with ASNT CP-189.
3 years of experience working as a certified Level II examiner with a focus in Radiography Testing (RT) and at least 3 of the following methods (UT(T), AUT, PAUT, MT, PT)


Desired:

Hold at least one NDE Level III certifications (example, RT, MT, PT, UT).
Directly related experience with gas pipeline integrity management programs
Current IRRSP or Radiographers State Card
Previous nuclear power generation inspection experience to include unescorted access
Current AWS CWI and API 510, 570, 653 certifications
ASNT ACCP certifications, CSWIP, PCN certifications
Working knowledge of computerized radiography techniques and equipment (CR and DR)
Inspection experience utilizing automated UT systems and interpreting collected data
Inspection experience performing Advanced Ultrasonics including TOFD
Knowledge and familiarity with the use of codes and standards to include ASME Section III, V, VIII, XI, 31.1, 31.3, 31.8, API 1104, API 5L, AWS D1.1
Acid etching and hardness testing data collection experience
Ability to interpret and evaluate results with respect to applicable codes, specifications, standards, and company procedures
Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office and Adobe software applications to compile final inspection reports