PDC Imaging & Data Technician

Patterson-UTI; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulterra is seeking a PDC Development Technician to capture, process, and organize high-detail images and data related to PDC cutters and production drill bits. You will help develop detailed internal reports to guide product decisions.

Based in our Fort Worth, TX facility, this role emphasizes accuracy, strict workflows, and collaboration across departments, with responsibilities spanning documentation, data transfer, and trend analysis to support manufacturing improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform highly detailed and organized work.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday with rotating weekend coverage.

Responsibilities

• Capture structured, high-detail, and consistent images of PDC cutters on drill bits using DSLR cameras and semi-automated photography systems.
• Compile and organize images for transfer into data-processing systems.
• Prepare run-recap reports for internal and external use.
• Strictly follow established work instructions and processes.
• Maintain exceptional documentation, accuracy, and consistency.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with a diverse group of departments.
• Identify trends within collected data and effectively communicate findings to the team.
• When properly trained, provide occasional backup support grading cutters according to established work instructions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data organization

Workflow adherence

Communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

DSLR camera

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ulterra is seeking a PDC Development Technician to capture, process, and organize high-detail images and data related to PDC cutters and production drill bits. You will help develop detailed internal reports to guide product decisions.

Based in our Fort Worth, TX facility, this role emphasizes accuracy, strict workflows, and collaboration across departments, with responsibilities spanning documentation, data transfer, and trend analysis to support manufacturing improvements.