NDE Technician
Description
NDE Technician
SCS – Technical and Project Solutions, Technical Services – NDE Dept
WORK LOCATION
This position may have some flexibility for remote teleworking occasionally but must maintain a consistent presence at Southern Company Generation Plant sites
The successful candidate must currently reside within the traditional Southern Company Generation footprint – Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi
TR AVEL
This position will require travel (travel time is variable over the course of the year, but at certain times can be over 75%)
Travel is typically seasonal (mainly Spring and Fall) based upon Plant Outage Schedules.
This will include overnight travel and will be primarily within the Southern Company Generation Fleet, to include GA, AL, MS, NC, and TX.
This will also include any travel associated with shop inspections/surveillance that may be needed.
JOB SUMMARY
This position provides leadership, direction and technical oversight for the performance of non-destructive examination and testing of plant equipment and components at various Electric Generating Facilities throughout the Southern Company Generation Fleet.
This position will primarily support the North Georgia Region (Bowen, Hammond, Wansley, and McDonough) Generating Plants. However, this position will also support other NDE needs across the Southern Company Generating Fleet and will require travel to support these locations. These positions are filled at a Non-exempt level 7 or 8, depending on background and experience.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide technical oversight for various non-destructive testing inspections throughout fleet.
Perform audits over contract NDE resource standards, processes and work products.
Develop associated Audit Reports and review with contract NDE resources.
Develop governance and standards for non-destructive testing practices performed within Southern Company Fleet.
Perform inspection and testing in non-destructive methods utilizing experience and certifications, calibrated equipment, written practices, and procedures (e.g. ultrasonic, liquid penetrant, film interpretation, etc.).
Supervise the performance of non-destructive testing methods by other NDE technicians (including radiography). Scope may include field inspection/testing at our generating plants, shop and field surveillance/inspections and work at other company entities (gas lines, corporate offices, etc.).
Accept/reject items or processes based on non-destructive testing, field inspection or surveillance to assure maximum quality and safety.
Assist in the recommendation of equipment purchases that may have long range impact on work commitments and/or costs as required.
Utilize resources and equipment to support emergency requests and minimize impact on previously scheduled commitments.
Recommend inspection/testing activities that will identify deficiencies in workmanship/equipment and participate in their implementation when required.
Must be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the event of an emergency.
Participate in “on the job training” and other training classes.
Attend departmental and section meetings as required.
Review and evaluate manpower and equipment to ensure it is capable and sufficient to satisfy work requirements.
Coordinate support at our sites across multiple parties and efficiently communicate with vendors, peers, supervision, etc.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge & Experience
Technical knowledge with verifiable, active certifications in one or more of the following non-destructive testing techniques. Note that 6 Level II Certifications are strongly preferred out of the 7 Core Testing Techniques (as noted below).
Radiographic Testing – Core Testing Technique
Magnetic Particle Testing – Core Testing Technique
Liquid Penetrant Testing – Core Testing Technique
Ultrasonic Thickness Testing – Core Testing Technique
Ultrasonic Phased Array Testing – Core Testing Technique
Ultrasonic Shear Wave Testing – Core Testing Technique
Visual Examination – Core Testing Technique
Ultrasonic Time of Flight Diffraction Testing
- *PLEASE NOTE* - Recertification to Southern Company standards by the Corporate Level III is required within 6 months for 5 of the Core ASNT Level II Certifications listed above.
Experience in the following types of industrial inspections and practices is also highly preferred.
Material & Test Equipment Calibration
Hanger Inspections
Boiler Inspections
Turbine Inspections
Welding Inspections
Replication Metallography
Skills
The skills required include interpersonal, technical, leadership, administrative, clerical, analytical thinking, written and communication skills. These will be utilized in the following manner:
Model Southern Company’s Core Values – Safety Conscious and Interpersonal skills in dealing with various customers and plant personnel.
Ability to provide oversight and auditing over NDE Processes
Technical and analytical thinking skills required to determine the condition of existing equipment and items.
Professionalism with a business and customer mindset
Non-destructive testing skills to assure that inspection methods are properly employed in the evaluation of equipment and items.
Written and oral communication skills to communicate/report to other team members, leaders and plant contacts/clients.
Behavioral Attributes
Demonstrate Southern Company Values – Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment.
Safety focus and a strong personal safety record.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Relocation assistance is not guaranteed, but may be considered, if the selected candidate currently resides outside of a reasonable commute distance.
BENEFITS
Competitive Pay
Excellent benefits packages which includes:
Medical and dental coverage
Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
Performance-sharing plan
401(k) plan with a generous company match
Bonus opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
*Please submit an updated resume with your application*
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Job Field: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham
Operating Company: Southern Company Services
Other Locations: Alabama, United States, Georgia, Mississippi-Coastal Area
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 75 % of the Time
Union Covered: No
Work Location(s):
The Energy Center - 3535 Colonnade Parkway (3535Birmingham)
3535 Colonnade Parkway
Birmingham, 35243
Req ID: SCS2010650
