Date

Jan 2026

Job title

Job Grade

Senior NDT

Engineer / Senior Engineer

Department name

NDT

Reporting to

Manager / General Manager – NDT

Purpose

Senior Engineer – NDT is responsible for planning, executing, and supervising non-destructive testing activities to ensure welded joints, fabricated structures, and components meet specified quality standards, codes, and customer requirements. The role ensures proper inspection, accurate reporting, and compliance with applicable standards and IMS requirements.

Tasks / Roles and Responsibilities

1. NDT Inspection Execution

· Perform and supervise NDT inspections such as UT, RT, MT, and PT on welded components and fabricated structures. · Ensure inspection activities comply with approved procedures, drawings, and inspection standards.
1. Radiography Film Interpretation

· Conduct radiography film interpretation to identify welding defects such as porosity, slag inclusion, cracks, and lack of fusion. · Ensure accurate evaluation and reporting of radiographic results.
1. Compliance with Standards

· Ensure all NDT activities comply with applicable standards and codes such as ASNT, ASME, ISO, and AWS. · Verify inspection procedures and acceptance criteria as per customer and project requirements.
1. Inspection Planning & Coordination

· Plan and coordinate NDT inspection activities with production, welding, and quality teams. · Ensure inspections are conducted as per project schedules and quality control plans.
1. Report Preparation & Documentation

· Prepare and review NDT inspection reports, test records, and documentation. · Ensure proper documentation and traceability of inspection results.
1. Customer & Third-Party Inspection

· Coordinate with customer inspectors and third-party inspection agencies during NDT inspections. · Ensure inspection requirements are fulfilled before product acceptance.
1. Team Guidance





· Guide and support junior NDT engineers and technicians in inspection techniques and procedures. · Ensure inspection activities are performed correctly and safely.
1. Integrated Management System (IMS)

· Ensure NDT activities comply with IMS procedures and ISO standards. · Maintain proper documentation and support internal and external audits.
1. Continuous Improvement

· Identify opportunities to improve inspection efficiency and defect detection. · Support initiatives for quality improvement and defect reduction.

Job requirements (education, experience, additional qualifications)

Education

1. Diploma in Engineering / Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
2. NDT LEVEL – II certifications as per ASNT / ISO 9712 or equlant certifications.
3. In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with ISO, ASME, AWS standards.
4. Strong expertise in welding processes, and its defects.

Experience:

1. 5+ years years of experience in NDT inspection and welding quality control, Piping, Structural joints.

Mandatory Skills:

1. Robust knowledge of NDT methods – UT, RT film interpretation, MT, and PT.
2. Good understanding of codes and standards such as ASNT, ASME, ISO, and AWS.
3. Ability to interpret radiographic films and identify welding defects.
4. Experience in inspection reporting and documentation.
5. Good communication and coordination skills with production and QC teams.

Preferred Skills

1. ASNT Level II / Level III certification in relevant NDT methods.
2. Experience in heavy fabrication, welding inspection, and pressure vessel inspection.
3. Knowledge of welding procedures and welding defects.
4. Knowledge of IMS / ISO documentation and audit requirements.

KPIs

- Audit compliance score
- Quality rejection/rework rate
- Customer quality satisfaction index
- Team performance and development
- 5S Audit Score

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior NDT Engineer (Thanjavur)
🏢 VELMURUGAN HEAVY ENGINEERING INDUSTRIES PRIVATE
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