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Mechanical Engineer

NDT Global
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026
About NDT Global

NDT Global is the leading provider of inline diagnostic solutions, advanced data insights, subsea inspection, and integrity management services that safeguard energy-sector infrastructure. The company is recognized for its expertise in both ultrasonic inspection technologies—such as Pulse Echo, Pitch-and-Catch, Phased Array, and Acoustic Resonance (ART Scan)—and ultra-high-resolution Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) inspection services. These differentiated offerings, along with non-ultrasonic technologies like Inertial Measurement Units and others in development, enable NDT Global to deliver comprehensive asset integrity solutions.

Innovation is at the core of NDT Global's mission. We continuously challenge the boundaries of existing technologies to deliver transformational solutions that empower the industry to achieve safer, more cost-effective pipeline management. Our commitment to research and development drives the creation of vital new methods and tools that address the evolving needs of our customers while setting new industry standards.

By strategically applying inspection technologies to detect, diagnose, and model various types of threats, NDT Global provides predictive, decision-ready insights. These insights, driven by the world’s most accurate data, enable asset owners to optimize infrastructure health, drive operational efficiencies, reduce risk, and minimize their carbon footprint

Responsibilities

  • Ensure quality and technical optimization of existing inline inspection robots through systematic root cause analysis of failed systems.
  • Conduct continuous improvement for the optimization of existing electronic testing systems to enhance analytical investigations.
  • Research and determine causes of technical defects and malfunctions of intelligent ultrasonic testing devices (root cause analysis) in the electronics area using methods such as 5 Why and Fishbone.
  • Provide clear direction on improvement suggestions and align solutions with responsible/related departments.
  • Carry out functional tests of assemblies and overall systems for failure reproduction.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary cooperation with related fields and departments.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Education

  • Associate or equivalent degree (minimum two-year) in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
  • Certificate in Root Cause Analysis preferred.

Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience handling electromechanical assemblies and their manufacturing processes and at least 3 years of experience in root cause analysis (ideally using the 8D method), or
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience handling electromechanical assemblies and their manufacturing processes and at least 3 years of experience in assembling and repairing NDT Robots.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working with test instructions, technical documentation, and test systems preferred.
  • Experience in an international and culturally diverse environment preferred.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English as well as the local language required.

Software/Technology/Equipment

  • Basic knowledge of programming software (Visual Basics, Altium Designer).
  • Basic knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Navision, SAP).
  • Intermediate knowledge of internal NDT software (Cassiopeia, Data Check, PIXUS, Pro.File).
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint.
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Teams.
  • Advanced knowledge of oscilloscopes and other measurement devices.

Work Environment

  • Works in a general office environment and frequently in a shop/field environment.
  • Occasional work near mechanical and environmental noise.
  • Occasional domestic and international travel.

Benefits

  • Great long-term career prospects and development opportunities
  • Challenging tasks in innovative and diverse teams
  • Attractive compensation system
  • Flexible working environment

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