Rachel Mitchell
- Phone: +1 416 555 0123
- Email: rachel.mitchell@email.com
- Location: Toronto, Canada
- LinkedIn: rachel-mitchell-ndt
Summary
Over 8 years of experience in Non-Destructive Testing, specializing in critical infrastructure inspection and material integrity assessment within the energy and manufacturing sectors. Proven ability to interpret complex NDT data, ensuring compliance with international standards and significantly reducing potential failure risks. Successfully led multiple Level II inspection projects, enhancing operational safety and asset longevity.
Experience
Senior NDT Technician (Level II), Canadian NDT Solutions Inc. -- Toronto, Canada
Mar 2019 – present
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Executed advanced ultrasonic testing (PAUT, TOFD) and radiographic testing (RT) on high-pressure pipelines and structural welds, identifying defects with 98% accuracy.
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Managed and mentored a team of 3 junior NDT technicians, improving team efficiency by 15% through structured training and quality assurance protocols.
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Developed and implemented NDT procedures for complex geometries, leading to a 10% reduction in inspection time while maintaining stringent quality.
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Interpreted NDT results and prepared detailed reports for clients, influencing maintenance decisions that prevented critical equipment failures.
NDT Technician (Level I/II), Maple Leaf Inspections -- Mississauga, Canada
Aug 2015 – Feb 2019
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Performed conventional NDT methods including Magnetic Particle Testing (MPT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (LPT), and Visual Testing (VT) on fabricated components.
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Assisted Level II technicians in radiographic and ultrasonic inspections, gaining proficiency in equipment calibration and data acquisition.
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Contributed to a project that assessed the integrity of aging infrastructure, processing over 500 components per month.
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Maintained NDT equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety regulations.
Education
Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology, Advanced Diploma in Non-Destructive Testing -- Hamilton, Canada
Sept 2013 – Apr 2015
Skills
NDT Certifications: CGSB Level II: Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Visual Testing (VT)
Testing Methodologies: Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT), Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD), Eddy Current Testing (ECT), Acoustic Emission Testing (AET), Computed Radiography (CR)
Equipment & Software: Olympus OmniScan X3, GE Inspection Technologies, Zetec Topaz, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, NDT reporting software
Industry Standards: ASME, API, CSA, ISO, ASTM, AWS D1.1
Technical Skills: Material Science, Welding Metallurgy, Code Interpretation, Defect Characterization, Calibration, Safety Procedures