Materials Tester | Werkstoffprüfer (m/w/d)

Piening GmbH (Celle)

Unterlüß, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Feb 18, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Materials Tester at Rheinmetall, one of the world's leading defense contractors, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and safety of high-stakes components. Your day-to-day responsibilities will center on Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), specifically coordinating, performing, and evaluating X-ray inspections. You will handle explosive materials and dangerous components, requiring a high degree of precision and safety awareness. Beyond testing, you will be responsible for planning test configurations, analyzing digital imagery, and performing preventive maintenance on X-ray equipment to ensure system availability. This role is ideal for technical professionals with a background in electronics or materials science who hold specific NDT certifications. The position offers a long-term perspective in a crisis-proof industry, featuring competitive negotiated wages, comprehensive onboarding, and the opportunity to work with sophisticated digital image processing and radiographic testing technologies in a highly regulated environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training as an Energy Electronics Technician or a comparable technical qualification; valid RT-F and RT-D Level 2 certificates according to EN ISO 9712 are mandatory.

Experience

  • Professional experience in non-destructive radiographic testing (RT) according to EN ISO 9712
  • Experience in operating X-ray system control software
  • Practical experience in applying testing and measurement methods and standards
  • Experience in the planning and organizational processing of radiographic inspections
  • Experience in technical and mechanical problem-solving and analysis

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Valid RT-F and RT-D Level 2 certifications according to EN ISO 9712 required; ability to handle explosive and dangerous components; adherence to strict radiation protection regulations.