Ultrasonic Testing Technician

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ENSCO Rail, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician with demonstrated Ultrasonic Rail Testing experience to conduct railroad track inspection operations involving the use of measurement tools and systems, electronics troubleshooting, and computer operation. Position involves interpretation of railroad-published documents to derive train speed information; review and analysis of track measurement data for reporting; and operating hi-rail commercial motor vehicles. This position includes some vehicle maintenance for rail survey cars and hi-rail vehicles. The incumbent will also complete regular housekeeping duties for safety and sanitation purposes aboard survey vehicles. In addition, as part of this role, you may expect to support non-Ultrasonic Rail Testing surveys onboard ENSCO’s inspection fleet or conduct offline data assessment. This position is based at ENSCO’s customer site and requires the incumbent to routinely be dispatched to inspect vehicles throughout the U.S. and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor as a representative of ENSCO.If you love to travel and know your way around complex electro-mechanical systems, this position may be for you.•             Work schedule – 3 weeks of continuous travel, followed by 1 week off – no work, it’s your time.•             Live anywhere in the U.S. We fly you to work sites. We pay for flights, hotels, plus per diem.•             Due to extended hours during operation, with overtime, you’ll earn more than on a regular 40-hour work schedule.•             No degree required with 5 years of technical experienceThe permanent site is in PA, but due to extensive travel, the ideal candidate could be located anywhere in the continental US.Want to learn more about working for ENSCO Rail? Click the link below or copy/paste in your browser to view the ENSCO Rail Careers & Culture Handbook: https://bit.ly/2Opq1sw Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in the railroad industry maintaining electrical, electromechanical, or mechanical systems, involving troubleshooting and problem resolution with at least 3 years operating ultrasonic rail flaw inspection systems on rail vehicles with strong knowledge of the theory of operation and interpretation of A and B-scan data.Level II (two) certification in Ultrasonic Rail Flaw inspection technology (UT/NDT) or able to acquire Level II qualification within 4 weeks of employment.Railroad environment/industry experienceFamiliarity with 49 CRF parts 213 and 214Experience with workplace safety programs.Proficiency with computer applications such as MS Word; Excel; PowerPoint; and Outlook.Experience reading electrical or electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.Experience conducting equipment/machinery inspections (periodic maintenance inspection, preventative maintenance) and equipment upkeep.Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Operating System; transferring files on a network, copying, and pasting.Good verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency with tape measure and similar measuring tools.Functional knowledge of mathematics and fraction measurements.Valid Driver’s LicensePhysical Requirements:Lift and carry 50 lbs. a distance of at least 150 feet.Climb a ladder 15 feet high, in order to access roof spaces of survey vehicles.Work in close quarters, under and about survey vehicles.Work in inclement weather.Work 12 hours or longer.Perform as a safety watchman in a railroad environment. Passing a Federal pre-employment drug test is a requirement prior to performing duties in this position. Undergoing and passing a random drug and alcohol testing is a condition while performing duties in this position.Railroad regulations require that selected candidates must pass an e-RAILSAFE security background check, including financial status, and online safety exams in order to work on railroad properties (a requirement of this position).Wearing safety equipment (hard hat, steel-toe boots, protective vest, and protective eyeglasses) when working on railroad properties is also a requirement. ENSCO will provide all necessary safety equipment.•             Experience witho             Quality management/assurance programo             Hydraulics/pneumatics maintenance/troubleshootingo             Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)o             Pneumatic brake systemso             Welding & fabricationo             Diesel engine mechanics#LI-JV1 ENSCO’s Rail Division is recognized globally as a leading provider of railway infrastructure inspection technology. Our products and services are provided to governments and railways in more than 12 countries on 5 continents. The work ENSCO does helps to prevent train derailments which can have serious impacts on human life, the environment and the economy. ENSCO Rail is part of the greater Surface Transportation Group (STG) within ENSCO, Inc. Our team of over 150 staff supports leading edge technology projects in many exciting areas such as: Sensor systems integration: inertial, positioning (GPS/RFID), laser scanners, imaging (line scan, area scan, thermal), Ultrasonic, ground penetrating radar, LIDAR Autonomous deployment of sensors, positioning systems and wireless communications on active rail cars to inspect railways Machine vision algorithm development to detect conditions traditionally inspected by humans Enterprise web-based data management systems to display, report and conduct big data analyticsENSCO’s Rail Division offers an exciting place to work and grow with many key benefits for technical staff including: “Innovation Fridays” where staff are given time to create and experiment with new process and technology in their field. Involvement in all levels of the design and development process where significant experience is gained that otherwise would not be available at larger companies which typically require many years before giving employees the chance to work on serious engineering tasks. Direct exposure to customer management, financial management and business development.We provide an exciting, collaborative, multi-discipline environment with staff from diverse technical and cultural backgrounds working together to make the world a safer place. Come join a stable and growing company and experience the reward of seeing the results of your work!ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.

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Ensco
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