About TPAC
TPAC is a global specialist in ultrasonic non-destructive testing (NDT) solutions, serving industrial customers with advanced phased array, FMC/TFM, conventional UT, software, probes, accessories, and custom engineering support. Our team helps customers solve complex inspection challenges through feasibility studies, application development, equipment customization, and hands-on technical expertise.
Position Summary
TPAC is seeking an Applications Engineer based in the US or Canada with a background in physics, acoustics, ultrasonic testing, or a related technical field .
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys applying scientific principles to real-world industrial problems, working directly with customers, and developing practical inspection solutions using advanced ultrasound technologies.
The Applications Engineer will support customer projects from initial technical discussions through feasibility testing, solution development, demonstrations, training, and post-sale support.
The position requires strong technical curiosity, clear communication, and the ability to translate complex acoustic and inspection concepts into effective solutions for customers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the sales team during demonstrations, customer visits, and technical calls by presenting product capabilities and answering technical questions.
- Perform ultrasonic NDT feasibility studies to ensure proposed solutions meet customer requirements and performance standards.
- Analyze customer needs to recommend standard products or collaborate on custom solutions.
- Train customers on the use of products through hands-on sessions and clear, tailored educational materials.
- Provide post-sales technical support, including on-site troubleshooting and communication with customers regarding issues encountered.
- Create technical content in collaboration with the marketing team (blogs, webinars, workshops, etc.) and participate in conferences to promote TPAC’s expertise.
- Manage semi-custom product projects by coordinating a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality, timelines, and budget compliance.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of TPAC application workflows, test methods, and technical resources.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physics, Acoustics or Engineering or a related field is an asset.
- 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Strong understanding of wave propagation, signal analysis, measurement systems, or applied physics principles.
- Ability to conduct experiments, interpret technical data, and communicate findings clearly.
- Comfort working directly with customers in technical discussions, demonstrations, and project reviews.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies, inspection methods, and software tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel as needed for customer visits, demonstrations, training, and industry events.
preferred qualifications
- Experience with ultrasonic testing, phased array ultrasound, FMC/TFM, acoustic imaging, transducers, or NDT applications.
- Experience in industrial inspection environments such as aerospace, automotive, power generation, oil and gas, metals, rail, robotics, or composites.
- Familiarity with data acquisition, signal processing, imaging algorithms, or technical software tools.
- Experience preparing technical reports, test plans, procedures, application notes, or customer-facing documentation.
- Knowledge of programming or scripting tools such as Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar is a plus.
- Experience in other NDT techniques is a plus.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is technically curious, hands-on, and customer focused. They enjoy working at the intersection of physics, engineering, and real-world problem solving, and can move comfortably between laboratory testing, data analysis, customer communication, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
What TPAC Offers
- The opportunity to work with advanced ultrasonic NDT technologies on challenging, real-world industrial applications.
- A collaborative environment alongside engineers, physicists, software developers, and application specialists.
- Hands-on exposure to customer projects across a wide range of industries.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant technical experience, customer-facing experience, and interest to contact@tpac-ndt.com. At the end of your cover letter or email, please tell us what your favorite food and movie are.
TPAC is an equal opportunity employer. We value technical curiosity, collaboration, and diverse perspectives in solving complex inspection challenges.