Title: Flux Leakage Test Technician / Baytown. TX

At Tenaris, you will join a global network of professionals working together toward a common goal: shape the future of energy through advanced tubular products and services.
If you want to become part of a diverse team that values results, analytical approach to problem solving and teamwork, Tenaris is the place for you.
Flux Leakage Test Technician / Baytown. TX
LOCATION: Baytown - Texas - USA
DEPARTMENT: INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS
Purpose
Responsible for performing nondestructive testing (NDT) of seamless pipes using Electromagnetic Inspection (EMI) equipment to detect surface and subsurface discontinuities. This role ensures all inspections are conducted safey, efficienlty, and in full compliance with API 5CT, ASTM, and cusmter-specific requirements. The technician is accountable for equipment setup, calibration, and operation of EMI systems, maintaining inspection integrity through accurate data recording, calibration verification, adherence to Tenaris Quality and Safety Standards.
Main Activities
-Minimum of MFL L2 NDT Certification Required (Certs must be presented)
- Perform equipment setup and product changeovers according to established Work Instructions and Procedures
-Verify instrument calibration, integrity, and readiness prior to inspection in line with applicable API 5CT, ASTM, and customer specifications
-Conduct dynamic calibration of the EMI system to ensure testing accuracy and repeatability.
-Inspect and validate Reference Standard Pipes (RSPs) for compliance and quality requirements.
-Operate the EMI inspection system, efficiently, and within defined operating parameters.
-Execute EMI testing to detect and identify material discontinuities or surface defects.
- Collaborate with Prove-Up Operators to asses defect characteristcs and equipment sensitivity.
-Review Manufacturing Orders to confirm inspection scope and applicable testing standards.
-Accurately complete quality and inspection reports (digital and /or paper), including calibration records and defect logs.
-Perform Lockout / Tagout (LOTO), preventative maintenance (PM Day), and routine operational maintenance szuch as head cleaning and RSP verifications.
-Maintain accurate digital records and ensure traceability of inspection data and results.
-Uphold housekpeeing standards within the workstation and Finishing Line are as required.
-Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications for the Job
We're seeking a safety-minded, detail oriented, and quality-driven technician. The ideal candidate is someone who values teamwork, accuracy, and reliability in a fast - paced manufacturing environment.
- MFL Level II NDT Certification (required)
- 2+ years of experience in NDT, quality inspection, or industrial manufacturing preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and comfortable working with complex inspection equipement
-Ability to interpret technical standards and follow work instructions.
-Strong attention to detail and ability to idenfity irregularities.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with team internally and externally.
-Dependable, organized, and commited to maintaining safety and quality compliance
-Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekensds, and overtime as production requires is a requirement.
If your experience and knowledge match our requirements, please apply
Tenaris is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity in employment.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those that match the criteria required for the desired profile will be contacted.
Baytown, Texas, USA