Job Description
Job Description
About Hydro, Inc.
Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Chicago’s West Loop, Hydro, Inc. is the global leader in independent aftermarket pump reengineering. We partner with customers to diagnose root causes of pump failures and deliver unbiased engineering analysis, superior repair, and responsive field service to improve plant performance.
Role Snapshot
- Title : Precision Dimensional & NDT Level II Specialist (Industrial Pumps)
- Employment : Full-time | Onsite in Chicago, IL 60607
- Business Focus : Nuclear sector components and pump assemblies
- Compensation : $35.00–$45.00 per hour
Core Responsibilities
Perform dimensional inspections on large, critical pump components using manual, analog precision instruments.Use micrometers (including up to 60 inches), gauges, and calipers for complex measurement tasks.Conduct NDT methods (PT, UT, RT, MT) and hardness inspections on pumps.Calibrate and verify measurement and test equipment used during inspection and testing.Record and manage data in the Epicor ERP system; generate reports for incoming, in-process, and final inspections.Follow nuclear documentation practices and travelers / job requisitions with precision.Required Background
5+ years of inspection experience in a custom precision machining environment.5+ years of hands-on work with analog measuring tools (micrometers, gauges, calipers; inside / outside / depth).Proficiency reading blueprints and interpreting tolerances.Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication.Proficient with computers and MS Office; able to prioritize and take direction at all levels.High School Diploma.Preferred Skills
2+ years of NDT experience (UT, PT, MT, RT) preferred.Experience with Faro Arm or Romer Arm.Benefits & Perks
401(k) with company matchingHealth, Dental, Vision, and Life insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Paid time offEmployee assistance programFree onsite parking on company propertySchedule & Work Location
Shift availability : Day Shift (Preferred) and Night Shift (Preferred)Work Location : In person at Chicago, IL 60607Ability to Commute : Chicago, IL 60607 (Required)Ability to Relocate : Chicago, IL 60607 (Relocation with employer-provided package — Required)Tooling & Technologies
Measurement gauges; calipers and micrometersBlueprint readingBe part of a mission-driven team committed to optimizing pump performance and reliability — and to delivering work that aligns with demanding industry standards.