GE Vernova's steam power business is hiring an intermediate NDT technician in Richmond, Virginia to test components from steam and gas turbines as well as generator parts. The work happens in the factory and in the field and spans magnetic particle, penetrant, ultrasonic and phased array inspection plus hardness testing. Level 2 certification with five years of experience is required.

Methods: MT, PT, UT, PAUT · Level: Level II · Sector: Power generation (steam and gas turbines)

What the job involves

Perform magnetic particle inspection of rotors, casings, vane carriers, blades and fusion lines, including hot MT
Carry out dye penetrant checks on retaining rings, blades, generator dovetails, faceplates, wedges and other hardware, and operate the penetrant line
Test bearings, braze coupons, tenons, blade pins and weld build-ups ultrasonically, including phased array work and flaw depth sizing
Check hardness with Equotip, Wilson and Clark testers
Raise NCRs and work through every step of the inspection and test plans
Follow safety procedures and help develop team skills

What you need

High school diploma or GED
Level 2 certification in the listed methods (shown as NT, PT and UT) with 5 years of experience
Able to work first shift (7:00-3:30) or second shift (3:00-11:30)
Able to work overtime, including occasional weekends
Desired: roughly 5 years of technical work on steam and gas power generation equipment
Desired: strong math skills and ability to document procedures and train others

Pay and conditions

Pay: USD 26-41.50 per hour, as published by GE Vernova.
Pay $26.00-$41.50 per hour plus a $2 per hour shift differential
Work in both factory and field environments
Relocation assistance not provided

How to apply

Apply directly with GE Vernova: the Apply for this job button opens this vacancy on the GE Vernova careers site. NDT Inspect found it on the employer’s careers page and checked that it was open on 14 September 2026. It is listed here until 14 December 2026.