Electronic Technician

Atlas NextWave; Texas; On-site; USD 83,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas NextWave is seeking a temporary Offshore Electronic Technician to join a jack-up rig off the Texas coast for a 21-day rotation, with potential additional rotations. The role covers inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of electronic, electrical control, instrumentation, and automation systems in a hazardous offshore environment.

Responsibilities include PLC/VFD maintenance, sensor calibration, and ensuring compliance with HSE standards and LOTO.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Electronic Technician on offshore drilling rigs.
• Strong knowledge of drilling equipment electronics, PLC systems, VFDs, instrumentation and automated control systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic systems in offshore environments.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, electrical diagrams, P&IDs and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with hazardous-area electrical equipment and offshore safety requirements.
• Experience with preventive maintenance systems and maintenance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate electronic systems onboard an offshore jack-up drilling rig.
• Maintain PLCs, VFDs, motor control systems, and electronic automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot sensors, transmitters, and electronic monitoring devices.
• Diagnose faults using testing equipment, diagnostic software, and technical drawings.
• Ensure safe operation of alarms, monitoring systems, and interlocks.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and testing of new electronic equipment and control systems.
• Follow all HSE policies, permit-to-work procedures, and LOTO requirements.

Skills

Electronic systems

Troubleshooting

PLC systems

VFDs

Instrumentation

Offshore safety

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Diagnostics software

Job description

Our client is looking for a temporary Electronic Technician to join their jackup rig off the coast of Texas for one 21 day rotation. Assignment could have additional rotations added.

Basic Minimum Requirements to Join

• Must be a US citizen or permanent US resident
• OGUK
• TWIC
• RigPass / SafeGulf
• Valid ID / Passport

Position Summary

The Offshore Electronic Technician (ET) is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of electronic, electrical control, instrumentation, and automation systems onboard an offshore jack-up drilling rig. The ET ensures the safe and reliable operation of drilling equipment, monitoring systems, communication equipment, and associated control systems in accordance with company procedures, manufacturer specifications, and applicable offshore safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Electronic Systems Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electronic equipment, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic faults in drilling equipment, including top drives, drawworks, mud pumps, and associated control systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control systems, and electronic automation equipment.
• Inspect, test, calibrate, and repair sensors, transmitters, and electronic monitoring devices.
• Diagnose faults using electronic testing equipment, diagnostic software, and technical drawings.

Drilling Equipment & Control Systems

• Maintain electronic and automated control systems associated with drilling operations.
• Troubleshoot drilling instrumentation, including weight indicators, pressure sensors, flow meters, and drilling monitoring systems.
• Support maintenance and troubleshooting of drilling control panels, human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and data acquisition systems.
• Ensure reliable operation of equipment alarms, monitoring systems, and electronic safety interlocks.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and testing of new electronic equipment and control systems.

Instrumentation & Communication Systems

• Inspect and maintain electronic instrumentation and monitoring equipment throughout the rig.
• Troubleshoot and maintain communication systems, including radios, intercoms, and associated equipment.
• Maintain electronic components of fire and gas detection systems, alarm systems, and emergency shutdown systems as authorized.
• Perform calibration and functional testing of instrumentation according to manufacturer and company requirements.
• Maintain accurate calibration records, maintenance reports, and equipment documentation.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company HSE policies, permit-to-work procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and electrical isolation requirements.
• Ensure electronic equipment and installations comply with applicable offshore electrical and hazardous-area standards.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, drills, and risk assessments.
• Identify and report equipment defects, unsafe conditions, and potential operational hazards.
• Support inspections, audits, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and safe working conditions within electrical and electronic work areas.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience as an Electronic Technician on offshore drilling rigs, preferably jack-up rigs.
• Strong knowledge of drilling equipment electronics, PLC systems, VFDs, instrumentation, and automated control systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic systems in industrial or offshore environments.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, electronic diagrams, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with hazardous-area electrical equipment and offshore safety requirements.
• Experience with preventive maintenance systems and maintenance reporting.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary offshore maintenance team.