Job Description
Portland, OR 97224, USA
Company Headquarters
Northbrook, IL 60062, USA
Nationwide
- Routinely completes lab and field technician work, which includes participation in bridge structure inspections, retrofit of steel and concrete structures, installation of instrumentation and data acquisition equipment, concrete coring, steel sample removal, moderate to complex fabrication, and performing tests in lab and field with minimal supervision
- Perform other NDT inspections utilizing various NDT methods (UT, Phased Array UT, MT, PT, etc) to assess conditions such as corrosion, defects, or cracking of structural steel. Interpret indications of distress and report or record results per project requirements
- Under the direction of experienced engineering staff, understand and execute inspections in accordance with AWS or other applicable codes
- Assist in additional NDT or other work at WJE’s laboratory or field equipment facilities
- Responsible for equipment maintenance and purchase/rental
- Calibrates laboratory and field-testing equipment
- Plays an active role in the quality assurance program
- Understands, follows, and enforces all safety standards
- Assists in work product development by operating a computer, iPad, or similar device
- Develops computer sketches or drawings from field notes or hand sketches
- Conducts specialized testing
- Assume increasing responsibilities as your experience and capabilities develop
- Travels to job sites for extended periods of time (up to 40% of the time throughout the year)
- High school diploma or equivalent or associate’s degree in related field required
- Up to four years of relevant work experience preferred
- Hands on capabilities with experience in mechanical, construction, and/or applicable electronic trades
- Developed understanding of routine tests
- Ability to work independently and to perform tasks after verbal and written instruction
- Ability and interest to obtain some or all of the certifications herein after undergoing required classroom training and work hour experience
- Basic computer knowledge. Knowledge of MS Office, PDF editors, and CAD software preferred
- Detail-oriented, problem-solving mindset
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- AWS CWI, ASNT UT Level II, ASNT MT Level II, and/ or strain gage installation experience
- ACI field training and lab certification
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or certified welder (SMAW, FCAW, GMAW to AWS D1.1/D1.5)
- Commercial Driver License (Class A or B CDL)
- SPRAT Level 1 Certification or higher, or an equivalent
- Ability to attend meetings at various office, field and construction sites
- Ability to perform inspections of bridges and other structures, both visually and with instruments
- Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment up to 100 lbs.
- Ability to perform work in the temperature extremes presented by work in the outdoors
- Ability to read construction drawings, diagrams, printed materials and computer screens
- Ability to record data clearly and write passages for reports, letters, etc.
- Strong desire to travel for extended periods
- Ability to safely work at heights
- Ability to safely use and/or operate ladders, scaffolds, lifts and other access equipment
- Ability to safely use and/or operate various construction power tools
- Ability to understand and appreciate safety training specific to numerous workplace and construction hazards
- Ability to safely work in a variety of occupationally hazardous locations
- Medically fit to utilize respiratory protection devices and other forms of Personal Protective Equipment
- Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle
WJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans (VEVRAA federal contractor).WJE will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Fair Chance Ordinances. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)