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.

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

• 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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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

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.