Senior Hands-On Mechanical Tech - Experimental Testing

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Technician to join a team supporting an experimental testing business. You will install and remove piping components, assemble test fixtures, load and move materials, operate lifts and cranes, and assist with instrumentation and mechanical systems.

You will work with engineers and technicians to maintain and troubleshoot equipment, support safety improvements, and communicate progress with SwRI staff and customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years' experience with mechanical tools, lab equipment, and piping systems.
• 2-10 years' mechanical experience including repair, plumbing, HVAC or related operations.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove piping components and assemblies; assist in assembling and disassembling test fixtures and mechanical hardware; load, unload, move materials and equipment for operations; drive institute vehicles and forklifts; operate cranes and other lifts.
• Assist in the servicing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mechanical and fluid handling equipment.
• Assist in the installation and wiring of instrumentation.
• Support operations of elevated‑pressure flow loop test facilities.
• Communicate with SwRI staff, customers, and vendors regarding work status, progress, problems/solutions, and results.
• Participate in continuous operational and safety improvement processes while working in a team environment with a collaborative approach.

Skills

Mechanical tools

Lab equipment familiarity

Piping systems

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Technician to join a team supporting an experimental testing business. You will install and remove piping components, assemble test fixtures, load and move materials, operate lifts and cranes, and assist with instrumentation and mechanical systems.

You will work with engineers and technicians to maintain and troubleshoot equipment, support safety improvements, and communicate progress with SwRI staff and customers.