NDE R&D Technician

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DarkVision, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a highly organized NDE Technician to perform the in-lab and in-ditch assessment to inform the validation and development of our newly launched pipeline inspection technology. This role encompasses benchmarking and communicating the performance of the novel technology for specific industry use cases. We are looking for someone who blends excellent organization, collaboration, and project management skills with the ability to quickly grasp complex technical information and communicate with cross-functional stakeholders (product, sales, research, and engineering).

This role is mostly on-site and is based out of DarkVision’s head office in North Vancouver, BC, where employees enjoy full access to our facility amenities including a well-equipped gym, squash court, climbing wall, steam room, private showers, and more.

In-the-ditch field work is required part-time, anticipated to be approximately 20%. Travel is required across North America.

Our Team

DarkVision develops high resolution ultrasonic inspection technology for industrial assets. We engineer, develop and manufacture hardware and software to deliver pipeline integrity inspection reports that inform our customers of the condition and health of their assets. This is a great opportunity to join a world-class team that is revolutionizing how the oil and gas industry manages the integrity of their critical assets and the safety of the environment they operate in.

What You Will Do

In this role, you will work with Product, Research, and Data teams to help evaluate and validate pipeline anomalies and provide assessments of pipeline inspection technologies. You will carry out industry best practices to perform non-destructive assessments of anomalies in pipelines. You’ll work at the forefront of technological advancement, validating and benchmarking new inspection tools and methodologies. You will also be trained in our analysis software. Your feedback and insights will help shape the future of pipeline integrity management, making inspection processes more accurate, efficient, and reliable.

Through meticulous analysis and reporting, you will transform complex inspection data into actionable insights. Your clear communication will empower stakeholders-from product teams to executives-to make informed decisions that enhance asset reliability and operational excellence.

NDE Inspections

• Perform UT, MT, and VT NDE evaluations of pipeline anomalies in the lab and in the field
• Use PAUT, TFM, and TOFT ultrasound inspection methods to detect and size anomalies
• Evaluate various anomalies in pipelines including but not limited to: hook cracks, SCC, laminations, metal loss, deformations, and complex interacting defects
• Maintain inspection tools, UT equipment, probes, and consumables
• Complete field reports, data logs, and digital documentation

Testing Validation

• Work closely with Research and Data teams to help understand and interpret NDE inspection results, data, reports, and other ultrasound datasets from internal and external sources
• Help identify and specify requirements for test samples and test setups
• Conduct equipment setup, calibration, and system checks
• Utilize our data analysis software to provide an assessment of the results

Inspection Programs

• Be the subject matter expert on best practices of in-the-ditch pipeline inspection techniques and methodologies
• Help develop training materials and provide guidance to our Research and Analysis teams
• Be responsible for technical oversight and qualification programs of our analysis procedures, and ensure industry standards are met
• Support continuous improvement of inspection techniques and workflows

Communication

• Distill the results into easily digestible reports and presentations
• Help distill and share industry standards for detection and sizing to the broader company

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 3+ years of relevant NDE experience
• ASNT NDT Level 2 or ISO 9712 Level 2 or CGSB Level 2 equivalent certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel and work in remote field locations, including in the USA
• Able to pass background and drug/alcohol tests, as well as site-specific safety training

What Will Put You Ahead

• Level 3 UT certifications
• Phased array industry experience and/or certification for weld inspection (AUT, PAUT, TFM, and/or TOFT ultrasound inspection methods)
• Level 2 or 3 certifications for Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Visual Testing (VT)
• API 1169 or other pipeline construction/inspection credentials
• Industry experience with laser scanning
• Additional relevant industry qualifications and certifications
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Valid TWIC – Transportation Worker Identification Credential

General Salary Range

For this role, we anticipate paying $80,000 to $120,000+ base salary per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are

DarkVision Technologies Inc. is a BC-based tech company that has been disrupting the industrial imaging market since 2013. We have created the world’s most advanced acoustic-based imaging platform and are packaging it into multiple new product lines, revolutionizing how our clients quantify and visualize the integrity of their critical assets.

Backed by Koch Industries, the largest privately held company in North America, DarkVision’s team of Mechanical, Skunkworks, Electrical, Software, and Machine Learning Engineers is rapidly expanding to meet the demand for the company’s current and upcoming products.

We provide employees the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that blend science with real-world applications and invite you to join our team for the exciting journey ahead as we become the global leader in industrial imaging.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

How to Apply

If you have the above qualifications, we would like to hear from you. We thank all applicants in advance, but please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation or assistance at any time during the application or selection processes, please submit a request by following the directions located in the FAQ section at the bottom of the kochcareers.com webpage.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check.

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