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Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio spans the entire value chain, from consulting & engineering to prefabrication & installation, access & insulation, and services that improve the asset performance of industrial plants.\nThe company operates in three geography-based segments: Western Europe, Central Europe, and International, with primary activities in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its process industry customers come from markets such as chemicals & petrochemicals, energy, oil & gas, and pharma & biopharma. With about 31,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality, generating revenue of €5.4 billion in the financial year 2025. To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers: Operational Excellence to continuously improve its own efficiency and performance, and Market Expansion to strengthen customer orientation and establish Bilfinger as the partner of choice.\nThe Penetrant Testing Technician supports production and quality activities by performing liquid penetrant testing in accordance with approved procedures, customer requirements, and applicable codes and standards.\nThis position is intended for either a current PT Level II technician or a motivated candidate working toward Level II certification. Current PT Level II certification is not required for consideration. However, candidates must have completed relevant NDT classroom hours or possess formal NDT education.\nThe ideal candidate will be self-motivated, dependable, comfortable working on night or second shift, and able to work effectively as part of a team. This individual should take ownership of assigned responsibilities and be invested in the overall success, quality, and performance of the group.\nThis is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced team in a clean, climate-controlled work environment with meaningful opportunities for technical exposure, personal growth, and professional development.\nKey Responsibilities\nPerform visible or fluorescent liquid penetrant testing, as qualified and authorized, in accordance with written instructions, approved procedures, and customer requirements.\nPrepare components and inspection surfaces before testing.\nApply penetrant materials, observe required dwell and development times, and complete post-inspection cleaning.\nSet up and verify inspection equipment and materials before use.\nConfirm that inspection conditions meet procedural requirements.\nIdentify and document relevant indications.\nInterpret and evaluate inspection results within the limits of the employee’s current certification and assigned authority.\nAccurately complete inspection reports, production records, and supporting documentation.\nPromptly communicate indications, nonconformances, process concerns, or quality issues to the appropriate supervisor or Level II/Level III personnel.\nMaintain penetrant materials, equipment, reference standards, and work areas in a clean and serviceable condition.\nFollow all safety, quality, environmental, and facility requirements.\nParticipate in pre-job meetings, safety discussions, training activities, and team-planning efforts.\nWork closely with inspectors, production personnel, quality representatives, and supervision to support safe and efficient operations.\nMaintain dependable attendance and arrive prepared for assigned night or second-shift duties.\nAssist other team members when needed and contribute to the overall success of the inspection group.\nComplete assigned training, examinations, and documented experience requirements needed to obtain or maintain PT Level II certification.\nSupport audits, customer reviews, and quality inspections when requested.\nCertification and Authority\nCandidates who currently hold an employer-based PT Level II certification may perform inspections and evaluate indications within the limits of their certification, approved procedures, and applicable customer requirements.\nCandidates who have not yet obtained PT Level II certification will work under appropriate supervision and may not independently accept or reject inspection results until all required training, experience, examinations, and employer certification requirements have been successfully completed.\nMinimum Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\nCompleted PT classroom training, documented NDT classroom hours, or formal education in nondestructive testing.\nBasic understanding of penetrant testing principles and inspection processes.\nAbility to complete technical training and certification examinations.\nAbility to 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