Billy Sawdon
About Billy Sawdon
Billy Sawdon is an NDT Technician with extensive experience in the field, currently employed at Applus+ in the United Kingdom since 2021. He has a background in identifying material loss due to erosion and corrosion, and holds a UT thickness and lamination level 2 PCN certification.
Work at Applus+
Billy Sawdon has been employed at Applus+ as an NDT Technician since 2021. In this role, he applies his expertise in non-destructive testing to assess materials and structures within the chemical and petrochemical industries. His responsibilities include identifying material loss due to erosion and corrosion, which is critical for maintaining safety and operational efficiency in these sectors.
Previous Experience in NDT
Before joining Applus+, Billy Sawdon worked as an NDT Technician at Oceaneering from 2019 to 2020. He also gained valuable experience at IRISNDT, where he was employed from 2015 to 2018. In these positions, he developed skills in non-destructive testing techniques and collaborated with plant inspectors to address issues related to Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI).
Education and Expertise
Billy Sawdon studied at Healing from 2009 to 2013, completing a four-year program that laid the foundation for his career in non-destructive testing. He holds a UT thickness and lamination level 2 PCN certification, which demonstrates his proficiency in evaluating material integrity and detecting potential failures in various industrial applications.
Specialized Skills in Corrosion Assessment
In his current and previous roles, Billy Sawdon utilizes his qualifications to identify material loss through erosion and corrosion. He specializes in assessing conditions on chemical and petrochemical sites, where his work is essential for ensuring the reliability and safety of equipment and infrastructure. His ability to assist in solving Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) issues further highlights his technical capabilities.