Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, driving efficiency and sustainability for the process industry. With 30,000+ employees and over €5 billion in revenue in 2024, we offer solutions in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnarounds, and digital applications across key sectors like energy, chemicals, pharma, and oil & gas.

At Bilfinger, we offer a work environment where you can learn and grow. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future! 

As an NDT Inspection Engineer, you will play a critical role in supporting high‑quality inspection activities while serving as the company‑appointed Senior Radiation Protection Supervisor. You will work as part of Bilfinger’s NDT Technical Department, contributing to the development of the company’s inspection capability, including the adoption of various innovative technologies, and benefiting from continuous professional development opportunities to support your growth in both technical and management aspects of NDT operations and leadership.

Preference for the role is to be office‑based at the Bilfinger offices in Aberdeen, with an office/hybrid working arrangement available. Fully remote working may be considered for the right candidate.

The role combines Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) expertise with senior responsibility for radiation protection across all company operations, ensuring that all NDT activities are executed to a high technical standard while maintaining full compliance with radiation safety legislation, company procedures, and recognised industry best practice.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and support across all company NDT activities and inspection methods. 
• Develop, review, and optimise NDT techniques, procedures, and inspection plans.      
• Manage the selection, verification, and effective use of NDT equipment to support quality inspections.            
• Mentor and support NDT personnel to strengthen competency and inspection quality.            
• Oversee the safe use of ionising radiation as the company‑appointed Senior Radiation Protection Supervisor.      
• Implement and enforce radiation protection procedures, local rules, and regulatory requirements.            
• Conduct radiation monitoring, safety checks, and dose assessments to ensure safe operations.            
• Coordinate with the Radiation Protection Adviser and regulatory bodies on compliance and safety matters.           
• Lead incident response, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives related to NDT and radiation safety.

Quality & Competencies 

•    PCN / ISO 9712 Level 3 Radiographic Testing
•    PCN / ISO 9712 Level 2 Computed Radiographic Testing  (Working towards Level 3)
•    PCN / ISO 9712 Level 2 Advanced Radiation Safety (ARS)
•    Ten years' experience working in NDT and Radiation Protection
•    Balance of practical delivery experience and technical knowledge in NDT and radiation protection
•    Appreciation and understanding of UKAS 17020 accreditation
•    Previous supervisory experience within an NDT/Inspection department
•    Ability to work under pressure and to deadline without compromising quality of outputs.
•    High level of personal authenticity, confidentiality, integrity, and transparency.

If you have any questions please contact Claire Louise Dingwall (claire.dingwall@bilfinger.com).

Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.

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