PAUT/QUPA Technician

About the role

Acuren is seeking a PAUT/QUPA Technician for an embedded role in Monaca, PA. The position involves conducting non-destructive testing (NDT) to ensure quality and detect discontinuities, adhering to safety regulations, and evaluating results against applicable standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests using NDT methods (e.g., UT, UTPA, PAUT, CR, DR) to detect defects.
• Establish inspection techniques and apply testing criteria per specifications and standards.
• Identify, track, and mitigate risks on client engagements; escalate issues as needed.
• Review asset documentation, operational data, and inspection records.
• Complete integrity assessments, including physical site walkdowns.
• Prepare project reports with descriptions, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Perform specialized inspections and develop techniques for customer approval.
• Instruct and supervise others as required.
• Interface with customers on schedules and problem-solving.
• Adhere to ASME and API requirements for equipment evaluation.
• Follow industry health and safety policies and procedures.
• Use applicable software and computer-related equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (some college preferred).
• Technical background in NDT (e.g., UT, UTPA, PAUT, CR, DR) with five years of experience.
• Current NDT certifications in relevant methods (e.g., UT, UTPA, PAUT, CR, DR).
• Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to perform NDT tasks and interpret inspection results.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• 401K Plan.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.

Working Conditions

Outside environment with continuous physical effort, exposure to elements, and moderate mental effort. Travel may be required.

• Frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Mobility requirements: reaching, kneeling, crawling, bending, and crouching.
• Endurance requirements: sitting, standing, walking, climbing, or driving for extended periods.

About Acuren

Acuren is a trusted provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions for critical energy, industrial, and public infrastructures. Services include inspection, advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, and condition-based monitoring. Acuren supports industries such as petroleum, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and automotive, employing over 4,000 professionals worldwide.