What it pays
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Half of all Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other in the U.S. earn more than $78,350 a year — the middle 80% land between $47,030 and $118,330. About 59,930 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Professionals earn about ₹38,298 a month on average — around ₹4.6 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$78,350typical pay / year
59,930people in this work
$118,330+top 10% earn
₹4.6 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Analysing2
Identify and classify flaws or defects
+Document each detected discontinuity from yesterday’s ultrasonic sweep on the A320 left wing spar: note…
Identify and classify flaws or defects
+Document each detected discontinuity from yesterday’s ultrasonic sweep on the A320 left wing spar: note location, size, classification per company acceptance levels, attach the echo traces and photos, and flag items needing immediate repair before close of shift.
The tools that do the workGE Sensing & Inspection Technologies Rhythm UTESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Select appropriate NDT methods for materials
+Create a method selection sheet for the incoming batch of 316L pipe: list material thickness, surface…
Select appropriate NDT methods for materials
+Create a method selection sheet for the incoming batch of 316L pipe: list material thickness, surface condition, joint types, inspectability constraints, then recommend primary and secondary NDT techniques with acceptance criteria for procurement by Friday.
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Fixing1
Inspect materials and structures for flaws
+Complete a hands-on inspection log for the tank farm walkdown: record each inspected fitting and weld, the…
Inspect materials and structures for flaws
+Complete a hands-on inspection log for the tank farm walkdown: record each inspected fitting and weld, the NDT technique used, instrument settings, readings, photos, and mark any anomalies for follow-up by the integrity engineer within 24 hours.
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The daily work17
Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, or procedures.
+Review the ultrasonic and magnetic particle test readings for the heat exchanger welds against ASME Section V…
Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, or procedures.
+Review the ultrasonic and magnetic particle test readings for the heat exchanger welds against ASME Section V and the client spec, note any out-of-tolerance indications, attach the raw scans and my handwritten field log, then prepare the formal evaluation report for the QA manager by Wednesday.
The tools that do the workGE Sensing & Inspection Technologies Rhythm UTO*NET
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Supervise or direct the work of non-destructive testing trainees or staff.
+Assign morning shifts, brief two trainees on the inspection scope for the compressor rebuild, observe their…
Supervise or direct the work of non-destructive testing trainees or staff.
+Assign morning shifts, brief two trainees on the inspection scope for the compressor rebuild, observe their dye-penetrant technique on one part, sign their competency notes, and update the crew training matrix and incident log before shift handover at 16:30.
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Evaluate material properties, using radio astronomy, voltage and amperage measurement, or rheometric flow measurement.
+Run conductivity and resistivity sequences on the alloy coupons, collect voltage and current readings across…
Evaluate material properties, using radio astronomy, voltage and amperage measurement, or rheometric flow measurement.
+Run conductivity and resistivity sequences on the alloy coupons, collect voltage and current readings across the temperature sweep, compare results to the material datasheet and ASTM limits, record anomalies in the lab notebook, and flag samples needing metallurgical follow-up.
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Conduct dye-penetrant testing for surface flaws
+Prepare and control the dye-penetrant process for the turbine blades: clean and precondition five blades,…
Conduct dye-penetrant testing for surface flaws
+Prepare and control the dye-penetrant process for the turbine blades: clean and precondition five blades, apply penetrant and developer per procedure, inspect under proper lighting, record any surface-break indications with photos, and file the inspection forms by end of day.
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Calibrate testing instruments against standards
+Calibrate the flaw detector and thickness gauge against certified blocks and calibration standards, log zero…
Calibrate testing instruments against standards
+Calibrate the flaw detector and thickness gauge against certified blocks and calibration standards, log zero and span adjustments, attach calibration certificates, mark instruments with next due date, and email the calibration report to maintenance and QA.
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Analyze echo patterns and radiographs
+Review the phased-array echo files and radiographs from the pipe girth welds, correlate indications between…
Analyze echo patterns and radiographs
+Review the phased-array echo files and radiographs from the pipe girth welds, correlate indications between modalities, measure defect sizes against acceptance criteria, annotate the images, and draft the combined findings for the engineering review on Friday.
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Prepare detailed inspection reports
+Prepare the detailed inspection report for the A-312 welds on Tank 7: include equipment calibration logs, UT…
Prepare detailed inspection reports
+Prepare the detailed inspection report for the A-312 welds on Tank 7: include equipment calibration logs, UT and visual findings, defect locations with coordinates, measured dimensions, photos, applicable acceptance criteria, and sign off by shift lead by Wednesday noon.
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Follow radiation safety protocols
+Complete the radiation safety checklist for yesterday’s gamma radiography run at Bay 3, confirm source…
Follow radiation safety protocols
+Complete the radiation safety checklist for yesterday’s gamma radiography run at Bay 3, confirm source securement, dose readings for operator and nearby personnel, area access logs, and distribute the signed checklist to health physics and the site safety manager by end of shift.
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Maintain safety and quality standards
+Audit and update the site safety and quality compliance log for Line C: verify PPE records, equipment…
Maintain safety and quality standards
+Audit and update the site safety and quality compliance log for Line C: verify PPE records, equipment calibration dates, outstanding corrective actions, add observations from last two shifts, assign owners and target completion dates, then send the updated summary to quality and operations.
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Communicate findings to stakeholders
+Draft a concise stakeholder brief summarising the NDT results for Reactor Feed Header: list critical defects,…
Communicate findings to stakeholders
+Draft a concise stakeholder brief summarising the NDT results for Reactor Feed Header: list critical defects, recommended repairs, risk if deferred, test evidence attached, and request a decision from maintenance and engineering by Friday 4pm.
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Perform testing activities
+Plan and record the ultrasonic and visual testing for Boiler Bank B tomorrow: list inspection points,…
Perform testing activities
+Plan and record the ultrasonic and visual testing for Boiler Bank B tomorrow: list inspection points, required probes and settings, estimated durations per joint, personnel assignments, permit requirements and equipment calibration status, then circulate to the crew before start.
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Report based on the observed results
+Write the test‑results report for the ten radiographic plates from Pump C: list observed discontinuities by…
Report based on the observed results
+Write the test‑results report for the ten radiographic plates from Pump C: list observed discontinuities by plate number, compare findings to acceptance criteria, attach annotated images and exposure logs, and submit the completed report to plant QA by close of business.
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Quality standards
+Confirm the acceptance criteria for the pressure vessel welds against the latest procedure, note any…
Quality standards
+Confirm the acceptance criteria for the pressure vessel welds against the latest procedure, note any deviations from the code, and send the signed standards checklist to QA lead Martin by Thursday so painting is not delayed.
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Use testing equipment
+Set up the ultrasonic probe and calibrate on the supplied block, verify coupling and clear echoes on the 12…
Use testing equipment
+Set up the ultrasonic probe and calibrate on the supplied block, verify coupling and clear echoes on the 12 o'clock weld, run the scan to capture A-scans and send me the raw files and a short note on any setup issues before I clear the next shift.
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Record test data
+Log today’s thickness readings and scan times for Tank B into the inspection log, include probe ID, gain…
Record test data
+Log today’s thickness readings and scan times for Tank B into the inspection log, include probe ID, gain settings, and operator initials so that procurement can trace the sensor batch if anomalies appear.
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Report test findings
+Prepare a concise findings memo from yesterday’s radiography and UT runs, attach representative images and…
Report test findings
+Prepare a concise findings memo from yesterday’s radiography and UT runs, attach representative images and waveform snippets, state whether indications exceed acceptance levels, and email it to Lead Inspector Sonia and the client by noon tomorrow.
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Non-destructive testing
+Perform a combined visual, magnetic particle and ultrasonic inspection on the suspect flange, record the…
Non-destructive testing
+Perform a combined visual, magnetic particle and ultrasonic inspection on the suspect flange, record the method, parameters and any indications on the work order, and flag critical rejects to Maintenance supervisor Alan immediately so the line isn’t restarted.
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