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Engineering Technician- Oil & Gas
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A Gas Engineer provides engineering at gas drilling sites and installs and maintains gas wells, pumps and pipelines. Manages gas transmission and pipeline engineering problems.
$122,552 / year median in Texas
+5% projected growth
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Engineering Technician - Oil & Gas Job Description Support project by executing chemical and petroleum lab scale experiments. Build up test equipment, compile, and report test data. Work with engineers to generate mass balances and data compilations. Perform sample collection and equipment maintenance/troubleshooting. Training provided lead engineer. Responsibilities + Execute chemical and petroleum lab scale experiments. + Build and modify test equipment as needed. + Compile and report test data. + Collaborate with engineers to generate mass balances and data compilations. + Perform sample collection. + Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation, mechanical, and electrical equipment. + Assist in the safe start-up, operation, and shutdown of plant equipment. + Inspect equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair. + Monitor plant air and water emissions. + Support plant operations using SCADA software, with training provided. Essential Skills + Mechanical aptitude + Ability to read AutoCAD drawings a plus but not required + Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel + Experience with tubing and pipe-fittings + Understanding of basic fluid flow and gas flow and pressure Additional Skills & Qualifications + High School Diploma + Experience in board operations is preferred + Willingness to work overtime and shift work + Board operations is a plus Work Environment Work in a research and development setting with innovative process development. The role involves both inside and outside work. Training will be provided for operations with SCADA software. Candidates must be willing to adapt to a dynamic work environment that includes shift work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of San Antonio, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.