Position: USFD Operator
Qualification: 3-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institute. A valid RDSO competency certificate/Level II UT certification is preferred or mandatory as per project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform Ultrasonic Flaw Detection (USFD) testing of railway rails and Flash Butt Weld (FBW) joints as per RDSO and Indian Railways standards.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain USFD equipment before and after testing.
- Identify internal defects, cracks, inclusions, and discontinuities in rails and welds.
- Record inspection results and prepare daily inspection reports.
- Mark defective locations and immediately report critical defects to the Site Engineer.
- Ensure compliance with railway safety rules, quality standards, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Coordinate with the welding, track, and quality teams during inspection activities.
- Maintain testing records, calibration logs, and inspection documentation.
- Follow all PPE and site safety requirements while working on railway tracks.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of USFD testing techniques and railway inspection procedures.
- Ability to read technical drawings and inspection reports.
- Valuable communication and report-writing skills.
- Familiarity with RDSO and Indian Railways standards.
- Willingness to travel and work at railway project sites.
Experience
- 13 years of experience in railway USFD testing is preferred.
- Fresh Diploma holders with the required certification may also be considered, subject to project requirements.
Role: OtherIndustry Type: Engineering & ConstructionDepartment: OtherEmployment Type: Full Time, PermanentRole Category: OtherEducationUG: B.Sc in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Diploma in ElectricalKey Skillskmowledge of usfd Role & responsibilities