R&D Lab Technician

Our client, a leading energy services company, is currently seeking an R&D Technician for their Houston-based R&D Center.

PURPOSE:

Support the entire R&D staff in transitioning projects from R&D to production and maintain products in the post-rollout phase.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspects, rebuilds, operates, tests, and troubleshoots tools.

Monitors, evaluates, and adjusts processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiency.

Operates equipment and materials following OEM guidelines as well as standard operating procedures.

Assists the R&D Lead Technician in evaluating tools using various mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic tests and measurements.

Completes records and associated documentation for work performed. All duties are performed in accordance with applicable safety guidelines, as well as appropriate processing standards.

Checks critical dimensions and features on parts received from vendors.

General shop maintenance, including but not limited to shop organization and cleanliness.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Some travel required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Degree Field(s): N/A

Work Experience: 2-4 years

Supervisory Experience: Not Applicable

Related Experience: Technical or industrial experience with electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experience preferred

Ability to communicate and interpret a variety of oral and written instructions

Ability to work independently

Valid driver's license and acceptable driving history

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent

Degree Field(s): Engineering, Technology, or related area of study

Work Experience: 4+ years

Supervisory Experience: Not Applicable

Related Experience: Relevant experience as a service technician in the energy industry, automotive repair/maintenance, electromechanical repair/maintenance beneficial

Candidate who is eager to work, pays keen attention to detail, is able to follow directions, and is not about to communicate opportunities of improvement as they see fit.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Precise hand/eye coordination: Constantly

Basic keyboarding or other repetitive motions: Frequently

Operation of heavy equipment or operation of vehicles: Occasionally

Lifting/pushing objects weighing over 50 lbs: Frequently

Climbing and working in awkward and cramped positions: Occasionally

PAY RANGE:

Hourly + OT Eligible

Hourly Range: $23.00 - $30.00

Our client offers full-time employees a competitive and comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid company holidays, 401k plan with a company match, short and long-term disability, identity protection, pet insurance, and more.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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