Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation

"As a career field, Nondestructive Testing offers many opportunities, and there is a big demand for technicians and engineers trained in NDT," according to the National Science Foundation. Industries that employ NDT technicians include aerospace, construction & infrastructure, manufacturing, transportation, petrochemical, and power generation.

The job outlook is good, with local career opportunities at companies such as ATI Cast Products, Selmet Inc., WestPro Labs, and others. A few examples of job titles in this field include:

• Nondestructive Testing Specialist
• Inspector, Tester, Sorter, Sampler, and Weigher

For detailed career and salary information, visit the LBCC Career Coach.

All career information and statistics listed here are provided by the State of Oregon.