NDE Assistant

Position Overview:

The NDE Assistant provides support to certified NDE Technicians in conducting nondestructive examinations on materials components and systems. The assistant helps with the setup and preparation of equipment data collection and ensures adherence to safety and quality standards. This is an entrylevel role ideal for candidates who are eager to learn and grow within the NDE field. Classroom training hours and onthejob training (OJT) are beneficial and will be considered in candidate evaluation.

Essential Responsibilities:

Assist NDE Technicians in performing inspections using various NDE methods (e.g. UT RT MT PT VT).

Prepare test areas materials and equipment for examinations.

Maintain equipment and ensure proper calibration and cleanliness.

Accurately record inspection data and maintain documentation in accordance with company and regulatory standards.

Always adhere to safety protocols and company procedures.

Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding job status and any issues.

Demonstrate willingness to learn and apply NDE methods and principles.

Perform general labor and support duties as assigned by technicians or supervisors.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Classroom training hours and onthejob training (OJT) in NDE are beneficial.

Must be able to pass a background check (no past or present felonies).

Ability to pass a hair follicle drug screen and urine test.

Valid drivers license required.

Strong work ethic; responsible reliable and dependable.

Teamoriented and able to work well with others.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Possess a willingness to learn and grow within the NDE profession.

Experience with CRM software (Salesforce) Microsoft Office and digital inspection tools.

Business acumen with a focus on client development and solutiondriven selling.

Strong safety mindset and understanding of field HSE requirements.

Physical Conditions:

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Requires extended periods of standing walking climbing ladders/scaffolding crouching and kneeling.

Must be physically able to wear required PPE including FR clothing hard hat gloves steeltoe boots safety glasses and respiratory protection as needed.

Ability to perform inspections in physically demanding environments for extended periods.

Working Environment:

Work performed in industrial construction and fabrication environments including refineries pipelines plants and field sites.

Exposure to varying weather conditions heights confined spaces and potentially hazardous materials.

Travel to different job sites is often required.

May include overtime night shifts weekends and long hours depending on project schedules.

About Us:
Engineering & Inspection Services (EIS) is a multidisciplinary engineering firm offering Engineering & Design Field Services Inspection & Mechanical Integrity and Technology Development. Founded by engineersEIShas placed engineering at the core of our business since 2000. Our clients in the petrochemistry industry rely on us to exceed their expectations in safety efficiency reliability and sustainability.

At EIS we bring knowledge experience and integrity to every project. With team members across the Gulf South and clients throughout the US we prioritize the growth and wellbeing of our employees. EIS develops leaders at every level fostering wellequipped and diverse professionals for longterm success. EIS is a recognized Top Workplace for 2025 and for the past four years running. Our offices are located in Metairie Louisiana and Beaumont Texas with a dedicated Inspection Division headquartered in Port Allen Louisiana.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Engineering & Inspection Services LLC (EIS) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits and training. EIS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.

Required Experience:

Manager