NDT Drafter & Inspection Specialist

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NDT Drafter & Inspection Specialist 📍 Ponce, Puerto Rico | Full-Time Build Your Engineering Career in NDT & Mechanical Integrity At Scientific Safety Alliance (SSA), we exist to Accelerate Science. Delightfully. SSA is experiencing extraordinary growth, and we’re looking for an engineering professional interested in developing specialized expertise in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Mechanical Integrity, technical drafting, and inspection services. The NDT Drafter & Inspection Specialist combines technical drafting and engineering documentation with hands-on field inspection activities. Previous NDT experience is not required. Recent engineering graduates and entry-level candidates with strong technical and analytical skills are encouraged to apply. What You’ll Do Technical Drafting & Documentation Prepare and update technical drawings based on field inspection data. Develop tank drawings, piping isometrics, and drawings for chillers and heat exchangers. Review inspection data, measurements, photographs, and field findings. Prepare tables and technical documentation for inspection reports. Perform calculations associated with inspection findings and testing results. Identify missing or inconsistent information required to complete drawings and reports. Support the preparation and organization of final client deliverables. Maintain accurate technical records and applicable KPI tracking. NDT Inspection Support As you complete the required training and qualifications, you will perform or assist with NDT inspection activities such as: Visual Testing (VT) Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) Penetrant Testing (PT) Eddy Current Testing (ECT) STI equipment inspections Settlement and roundness testing Inspection-related calculations and technical documentation Preparation of ECT, STI, and API inspection reports All inspection activities will be performed according to the employee’s applicable training, qualification, certification, and authorization level. What We’re Looking For Required Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Strong analytical and mathematical skills. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation. Strong attention to detail and technical problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Microsoft Office. Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish, written and verbal. Valid driver’s license. Ability to travel to customer and project sites as required. Willingness to work in both office and industrial/field environments. Ability and willingness to complete company-required NDT training and certifications. Preferred Experience with AutoCAD or similar technical drafting software. Previous exposure to technical drafting, engineering drawings, manufacturing, construction, inspections, Mechanical Integrity, or industrial environments. Previous NDT training or certifications in VT, MT, PT, or ECT. OSHA or other industrial safety training. Previous NDT experience is not required. Career Development This role is designed to provide a career path for engineering professionals interested in developing specialized expertise in Non-Destructive Testing and Mechanical Integrity. SSA will provide opportunities to develop the technical knowledge, field experience, and qualifications necessary to progress within the NDT inspection field. As part of the position’s professional development requirements, the selected candidate will be expected to complete the required NDT Inspector certifications within an established timeframe. Specific certifications and completion deadlines will be communicated upon hire and will be an essential requirement for continued progression in the role. Benefits Eligible employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including: Employee Ownership Program / Equity Participation Company 401(k) Match Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Professional Development & Continuing Education NDT Training & Professional Certification Development Opportunities