NDT Systems Engineer
NOV
Houston, TX · Posted June 5, 2026
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About the job
Position Summary
NOV Tuboscope is seeking an NDT Systems Engineer to support the development, testing, implementation, and continuous improvement of advanced inspection technologies for tubular products. This role will work closely with engineering, operations, and manufacturing teams to enhance ultrasonic and electromagnetic inspection capabilities, troubleshoot field challenges, and support the deployment of inspection solutions.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the development, testing, and optimization of ultrasonic and electromagnetic inspection systems.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and improvement of inspection procedures and methodologies.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, and operations teams on equipment performance, testing, and reliability improvements.
• Investigate and resolve inspection-related challenges encountered in manufacturing and field operations.
• Analyze inspection data and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations.
• Support ultrasonic scan plans, system validation activities, and customer technical inquiries.
• Participate in equipment testing, commissioning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of experience in ultrasonic testing (UT), nondestructive testing (NDT), inspection engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• Experience with ultrasonic testing, phased array UT, eddy current testing, magnetic flux leakage (MFL), or other electromagnetic inspection methods.
• Experience supporting, troubleshooting, testing, or developing NDT equipment and inspection systems.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems, instrumentation, signal processing, or inspection data analysis.
• Working knowledge of Python, MATLAB, C++, C#, or similar programming tools is preferred.
• Experience with tubular products, OCTG, manufacturing inspection, oilfield equipment, or industrial inspection systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as API, ASTM, or ASNT is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with finite element modeling tools such as COMSOL, ANSYS, or similar software.
• Exposure to automation, machine vision, or advanced inspection technologies.
• Experience supporting field operations, manufacturing, or customer-facing technical activities.
• Hands-on experience with ultrasonic probes, sensors, electronics, and inspection instrumentation.