R&D Technician

R&D Technician

JOB-10045346

Anticipated Start Date

November 24, 2025

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a global leader in energy technology, providing cutting-edge solutions across the oil and gas industry. Operating in over 100 countries, they focus on digital innovation and sustainable practices to drive the future of energy and support the transition to lower-carbon operations.

Job Summary

We are seeking a creative and hands-on R&D Technician/Technologist to support the design, assembly, testing, and optimization of prototype systems for oil and gas processing applications. This role requires a strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, and control systems, and a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex equipment involving multiple energy sources.

Job Description

• Assemble and test prototype and pilot systems, converting conceptual designs into operational test equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to establish project timelines, budgets, and technical specifications.
  
• Select, size, and procure necessary equipment and materials.
  
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and subcontractors during design and build phases.
  
• Interpret and develop process, electrical, and instrument diagrams.
  
• Develop and document operational and testing procedures.
  
• Provide occasional field support for client or internal operations teams.
  
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex mechanical and control systems, including pumps, heaters, valves, and instrumentation.
  
• Ensure safe operation of pilot and prototype systems.
  
• Manage testing campaigns—planning, execution, and analysis—to improve prototype performance and validate data integrity.
  
• Support the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  
• Document test results, maintenance activities, and improvement recommendations.
  
• Identify and mitigate safety and operational risks throughout all project phases.
  
• Promote and enforce best practices for safety, housekeeping, and equipment management.
  
• Advise management on potential performance or safety concerns.

Skills Required

• Minimum of 5 years troubleshooting equipment with multiple energy sources.
• Prior experience in a small to medium fabrication facility within an oil and gas plant environment is preferred; other fabrication or industrial backgrounds are welcome.
  
• Comfortable in a multi-disciplinary shop environment involving mechanical assembly, instrumentation, and control systems.
  
• Strong practical understanding of mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering principles.
  
• Operation and maintenance of complex mechanical systems or industrial/laboratory process equipment.
  
• Understanding of oil, water, and gas production processes.
  
• Experience with process sensors (temperature, pressure, level, flow, pH).
  
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, electrical, and instrument diagrams.
  
• Strong mechanical assembly experience.

Education

• Highschool diploma or GED

Additional Details

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Visio, MS Word, and Excel (preferred).
• Familiarity with instrumentation and control systems, including PLCs and PLC programming (preferred).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.