Department Overview
The PG&E Non Destructive Examination (NDE) organization
consists of 10 NDE technicians, 1 senior technical
specialist (manages day to day work schedules),and 2 NDE
Level III’s. This unit provides technical NDE expertise,
consultation, special project inspections and examinations
in both the laboratory and in the field. The methods and
tools used to support various projects throughout PG&E
include: radiography using X-ray or gamma radiation,
conventional and automated ultrasonic testing using straight
beam, shear wave and phased array, magnetic particle
testing, penetrant testing, eddy current testing, remote
video inspection using push cameras and crawlers, CWI visual
inspections, surface laser scanning, infrared thermography,
field chemistry analysis and acid etching, and in-situ
tensile/yield strength testing.

Projects are performed in support of Gas Operations, Hydro
Generation, Nuclear Power Generation and Electric
Operations. Specific projects supported include gas pipeline
inspections in support of internal and external corrosion
direct assessment and in-line inspection programs; pressure
boundary, penstock and rotor inspections for hydro
generation; and yearly outage support for Diablo Canyon
nuclear power plant for the main turbine, feed-water piping
and conduit inspections.

Position Summary
The ATS (Applied Technology Services) Engineering Leadership
manages and directs the work of engineering staff who
perform projects involving specialized testing, analysis,
diagnosing and investigative work for various PG&E internal
clients such as Energy Supply, Electric or Gas Operations.
The leadership performs the strategic planning function for
their department, such as forecasting & budgeting,
evaluating potential projects or bids and allocating
resources. The incumbent provides technical leadership for
work, ensures client satisfaction is maintained at all
times, and reviews and approves technical reports. He/She
identifies and evaluates new technology for utilization on
client projects based on technological advances and needs of
the client. The ATS leader promotes a safety and quality
culture, ensuring adherence to all company and regulatory
safety and quality policies and procedures.

Typical Travel is approximately 10-20%

Responsibilities
• Responsible for defining future services for the NDE
organization that benefit PG&E. Work with business partners
to evaluate and assess new technology that will be
beneficial to PG&E’s business. Work to continually provide
high value and quality NDE services throughout PG&E.
• Evaluate client needs and internal resources to
determine what services to provide near and long term.
Develop relationships with clients and obtain feedback on
ATS work on a regular basis.
• Maintain high level of customer satisfaction. Ensure
that the ATS NDE team understands client needs and that
project work/product/service meets client expectations.
Ensure regular and effective client communication. Periodic
interaction with client groups at the supervisor or manager
level.
• Monitor project work processes, procedures and
methods to ensure quality standards and compliance
requirements are met. Ensure equipment and tools are
routinely tested, calibrated and in good operating
condition.
• Oversee day to day project work of the NDE unit
including supporting the development of bid proposals.
Allocate project and unit resources to best meet client and
project requirements and expectations.
• Lead change management initiatives and unit
activities that support the effective implementation of
improved safety and quality policies, programs and
procedures.
• Participate in planning and coordination activities
to assure the ATS NDE unit is integrated with other PG&E
organizations and is prepared to meet future PG&E
requirements.
• Prepare short and long term goals for the
organization including billable hour and productive
capacity. Complete assigned capital projects on budget and
on schedule. Identify and purchase new capital tools as
needed for projects.
• Work with others on strategic issues including
development and implementation of the organization strategic
plan, resource plans, and other special assignments. Prepare
monthly progress reports on productivity and other critical
business metrics.
• Supervise staff to accomplish results through
effective recruitment and selection, training, development &
coaching, performance management, employee engagement
activities, and rewards and recognition.

Qualifications
Minimum:
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or
technical field, or equivalent related technical
certification
• Minimum of 7 years of experience leading and
managing a NDE organization that provides examination and
inspection field services in the energy industry, preferably
natural gas pipeline related


Desired:
• Master’s degree in engineering or related
discipline.
• PE (Professional Engineer) Certification.
• Experience working within a services organization
delivering NDE services to the Natural Gas pipeline,
Electric Operations and Energy Supply industries.
• Management experience in the NDE of new construction
pipeline operations and integrity management programs.
• General financial knowledge to estimate costs,
budgets, prepare proposals and track spending.
• Experience managing contractors and other
supplemental resources.
• Knowledgeable in the traditional NDE methods such as
VT, PT, MT, UT, AUT and RT (CR, DR and Film) and also with
In-Line inspection (ILI) tools and methods.
• Experience with Quality Control, Quality Assurance
and process improvement.
• Experience evaluating and developing research and
development initiatives in the NDE industry.
• Excellent decision making skills. Ability to see big
picture and prioritize competing priorities.
• Current or previous certification as a NDE Level II
or III (RT, UT, MT and PT).
• Knowledgeable with ASME Codes, specifically ASME
Section III, V and XI, API 1104, API 5L and AWS.
• Proficient in using all applications within in the
Microsoft office suite.
• Proven ability to motivate and lead teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong multitasking, planning, marketing, sales and
organizational skills.
• Adaptability to changing environments, shifting
priorities, demands and timelines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with
management and subordinates.