NDT/NDE Technician

Requisition Number: 2026-1060-04S&ME is looking for a hard-working individual ready to take their career to new heights, literally? Join our Metals team out of Wilmington, North Carolina, as an NDT/NDE Technician.As an NDT/NDE Technician, where no two days are alike, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the structural integrity and safety of our projects by visually inspecting structural steel, including bolted and welded connections. You'll be engaged in fieldwork that may involve safely climbing steel structures such as buildings, cell phone towers, and water tanks to heights exceeding 200 feet, using fall protection equipment and personal fall arrest systems.Your Day-to-Day:Inspection and Non-Destructive Testing: Conduct inspections and deploy non-destructive testing methods to uphold impeccable quality standards. A significant portion of field inspection time is spent performing non-destructive testing (NDT) duties such as ultrasonic inspection (UT) of welds and/or magnetic particle testing (MT) of welds.Project Testing Assignments: Juggle testing assignments across projects, contributing to the success of each endeavor.Equipment Maintenance and Calibration: Maintain testing equipment in working order and calibration; can include managing field and laboratory equipment inventories, formal calibration records, and participating in quality systems audits.Report Creation: Craft detailed reports to effectively communicate findings.This position may require working 50+ hours per week (during periods of peak workload), as well as off-shift and weekend work, as needed. Experience in Safety, DDC, NDT, and Radiation Training, including the use of fall protection equipment and personal fall arrest systems, is a plus.What You Bring: High School Diploma/GEDMinimum of 2 years of NDT/NDE metals testing experience OR an associate degree in a closely related fieldActive industry-related certifications:AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification or working towardsAMPP Coating Inspector Level I or IIAchievement of ASNT Level II certification per ASNT-SNT-TC-1A in at least one methodAdditional certifications, a plus:ICC certification in Building Inspections and/or Structural Steel InspectionLevel II for UT certificationLevel II for PT, MT certificationsWorking Conditions and Physical Demands:You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment, such as:Working the majority of the time outdoors in varying weather conditionsClimbing heights over 200 feetRoutinely lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of materials and equipmentSafely handling field tools and maneuvering equipment on active construction sitesWorking outside of normal business hours and traveling (typically out-of-town and/or overnight) as project needs ariseWe Are S&ME:At S&ME, we're committed to your growth, professionally and personally. With over 50 years of experience delivering innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials engineering, we've built a strong foundation for long-term careers. Our team of 1,000+ employee-owners across 10+ states works together to create meaningful impact for our clients and communities. When you join S&ME, you become part of a collaborative, honest, and people-focused culture that invests in your success. We offer exciting project opportunities, ongoing training, and a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family. This is more than a job; it's a place to grow, thrive, and build a future.Here's what you can look forward to:Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA optionsWellness Program - $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums!Pet Insurance 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover optionsPaid Maternity & Parental LeaveMentorship & Career Development ProgramsCredential Incentive Program - get rewarded for advancing your skillsTuition ReimbursementEmployee Recognition ProgramCompany Vehicle & Fuel Card - for project-based roles$2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses - and more!This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.