Weatherford is hiring an Electrical Test Technician for our West Hardy Road facility in Houston. This is a hands-on, rewarding role that you’ll perform testing and maintain PCB equipment for the oil and gas industry. The Electrical Test Technician will be working within a supportive, inclusive team in a fast-paced, progressive environment. Weatherford provides training, excellent benefits and fantastic career progression.
Performs standard testing processes on a variety of equipment and records and analyzes results. Requires knowledge of industry specific tests and testing equipment. Confers with supervisor on unusual matters. Has direct oversight of processes or projects.
- Support the design, prototype build, and test of ruggedized electronics for use in Weatherford’s MLWD and RSS downhole drilling systems.
- Assemble, monitor, and document existing and new design qualification tests for temperature, vibration, and pressure testing with support of Electrical Engineer.
- Collaborate with other engineering staff to meet assigned project goals.
- Interface closely with drafting team to create part numbers, BOM management, and evaluate components for development of PCB layouts and documentation in Windchill
- Create and maintain relevant design documents (work instructions, test procedures, theories of operation, etc).
- Assist Manufacturing with the transition of prototype designs to production.
- Provide troubleshooting support and root cause analysis investigation and documentation.
- Assemble and solder required electrical components and wire harnesses.
- Place orders and manage inventory of electrical components and equipment required to set-up tests and build PCB’s.
- Understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies of Weatherford.
- Demonstrate a personal commitment to Quality, Health, Safety and the Environment.
- 3+ years related experience and/or an associate's degree in electrical engineering.
- Familiar with handling and assembly of electrical/electronics, PCB’s, Multi-meters (DVM), and computer-based products with understanding of electrical circuit theory.
- Expertise in the assembly of complex and delicate electronic assemblies.
- Experience with prototype fabrication, assembly, testing and reporting.
- Able to use common electronics bench equipment and soldering techniques to assemble and test electronic sub-assemblies and/or test equipment.
- Working knowledge of basic inspection equipment and able to inspect electronic components and assemblies.
- Computer literate with experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Able to read, review, and create good quality written reports in English, including digital photographs, illustrations, spreadsheets, and recorded/charted data from tests performed.
- Understands how to work safely within a variety of potentially dangerous areas.
- Ability to communicate and work well with others in a multi-disciplined environment.
- Highly self-motivated and focused independent/team worker
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Must have the ability to work occasional overtime
