Donnie Ingram
Ovett,MS
Summary
Analytical NDE Technician talented at translating technical results into conversational terms and tactfully delivering results to team leads. Evaluates material properties, conducts multiple tests to identify defects and calibrates and maintains testing equipment. In-depth knowledge of dye, magnetic particle, radiographic and ultrasonic testing procedures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NDE Technician Level II
Mississippi Tank
10.2013 - Current
- Delivered extensive coaching and training to team members covering all steps of testing phases to enhance team performance and boost results.
- Maintained a strong safety culture by adhering to established protocols and actively participating in safety meetings and trainings.
- Assessed testing processes on continuous basis to verify compliance with federal safety regulations.
- Studied project instructions and specifications, asking questions and addressing concerns before testing began.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Streamlined inspection processes to increase efficiency and reduce overall costs.
- Augmented customer satisfaction levels through timely completion of NDE assignments without compromising on quality.
- Educated junior technicians in NDE techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Increased productivity by maintaining NDE equipment, ensuring optimal performance during inspections.
- Conducted liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrants and applying developers.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations through meticulous record keeping.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify and remedy mechanical concerns.
- Improved safety measures with thorough visual inspections of welds, pipes, and pressure vessels.
- Calibrated and maintained sensitive non-destructive testing equipment.
- Contributed to quality assurance initiatives by providing expert input on NDE-related matters throughout project life cycles.
- Conducted ultrasonic tests for accurate detection of flaws in various materials.
- Used sonic measurements to map presence of imperfections within objects.
- Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products or materials.
- Use xray film and phase aray radiographic techniques to produce images of objects on film.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, schematics and manuals to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustments and certifications of instruments required.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Deckhand
Gregory Dunkan
09.2011 - 09.2013
- Supported loading and unloading processes, ensuring proper cargo handling and minimized risk of damage.
- Moved liquid cargo between tanks with use of special hoses and pumps.
- Monitored weather conditions and reported any changes to captain.
- Maintained ship generators and engines in top condition with regular preventive and predictive work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Petal High School
Petal, MS05.1993
Skills
- Pressure Vessel Inspection
- Procedure interpretation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Leak Testing Methods
- Automotive NDE Techniques
- Testing Documentation
- Equipment Calibration
- Storage Tank Inspection
- Corrosion Monitoring
- Nondestructive Evaluation Standards
- Phased Array Ultrasonics
- Report Preparation
- Radiography
- Visual Inspection Techniques
- Liquid Penetrant Inspection
Certification
Level II Phase Aray
Level II Ultrasonics
Level II Mag Penetrate
Level II Visual Inspection
Radiography Assistant
Timeline
NDE Technician Level II
Mississippi Tank
10.2013 - Current
Deckhand
Gregory Dunkan
09.2011 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Petal High School
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