Offshore Subsea Controls Hydraulic Technician

Deepsea-Technologies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Deepsea-Technologies in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Service Technician for subsea and topside hydraulic control systems. You will assemble, test, and operate subsea distribution hardware and HPUs, interpret schematics and P&IDs, and ensure safety and quality in offshore environments.

You will liaise with clients, prepare maintenance manuals, and travel offshore internationally as required; a valid passport and offshore certifications are essential.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret schematics, P&IDs, sketches and instructions.
• Assemble, test and operate subsea production control systems and related equipment.
• Maintain safety as a top priority in all tasks and offshore operations.
• Follow safety and quality programs and document processes.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand and interpret schematics, P&IDs, sketches and written instructions to assemble parts or products and operate equipment.
• Assemble, test and operate subsea production control systems, drilling HPUs, IWOCS, LARS operations, test HPUs, chemical injection units and distribution hardware per specs.
• Ensure safety is prioritized during operations, assembly and testing; participate in safety/quality programs.
• Prepare daily reports, service tickets, test reports and Non-Conformance Reports; liaise with clients as required during operations.

Skills

Schematics reading

Testing & assembly

Offshore safety

Communication

Hydraulic systems

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrical/vocational training

Tools

Windows Office

Job description

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read, understand, and interpret schematics, P&IDs, sketches, and written instructions to assemble parts or products as well as operations of equipment.
• Assembles, tests, and operations of subsea production control system, drilling control HPUs, IWOCS, LARS Operations, Test HPU’s, Chemical Injection Units, subsea distribution hardware according to company, customer and industry specifications.
• Ensures that safety is of the utmost priority when operating, assembling and testing equipment.
• Participates in Deepsea Technologies Safety and Quality observation programs.
• Ensure that quality process and procedures are followed.
• Performs maintenance and operations of rental equipment both onshore and offshore.
• Performs fluid analysis on various types of control fluids and / or chemicals.
• Troubleshoots problems, identifies and communicates design discrepancies. Identifies and suggests design improvements.
• Completes required documentation, including but not limited to: daily progress reports, service tickets, test reports, failed test reports and Non-Conformance Reports.
• Liaise with clients as required during operation, service, manufacturing process, testing and trials.
• Prepares test procedures and operations / maintenance manuals in accordance with customer and industry standards and specifications.
• Domestic and international travel required.
• Must have a valid passport.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• 5+ years experience in hydraulic topside and subsea controls systems
• Minimum of 2 years in a service technician role offshore.
• High school diploma or GED; technical/vocational electrical training or related experience.
• Mid level of expertise in assembly and testing of Hydraulic Power and Control units, subsea distribution equipment and drilling control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings & BOMs, P&IDs; wiring diagrams and all written engineering procedures;
• Offshore safety and certification required.
• Ability to use a computer and Windows Office software

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work harmoniously on multifunction teams;
• Ability to balance customer demands against company constraints;
• Impeccable reputation and high ethical standards;
• Self-motivated and willing to take initiative with limited direction.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic operations and componentry
• Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes

Physical Demands:

• Physical requirements are those typically found in an office, manufacturing shop and offshore environment.
• Must be able to pass an Offshore fit for duty physical

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Safety glasses and other PPE as required to work in a manufacturing and offshore environment.
• Additional PPE may be required at certain offshore and international locations

Location and Work Environment:

• This position is based in Houston – Texas – USA
• Offshore work locations are global.