Ultra-High Pressure Test Lab Technician

Waterblast; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Breakfast tacos every other Friday

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Jetstream of Houston, a Federal Signal subsidiary, is seeking an on-site Designer/Test Lab Technician to assist with test apparatus design, assembly, and production testing of waterblast components. The role requires maintaining equipment, inventory control, and safety-focused procedures as part of a coordinated engineering team.

The candidate will operate measuring devices, record data, and help keep the test area organized, while following procedures and drawings.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field or 2 years of related experience.
• Minimum 2 years of Mechanical or test lab experience, preferred.
• Experience with Data acquisition software and hardware a plus, particularly National Instruments LabVIEW.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to read and understand detailed manufacturing drawings and assembly drawings.
• Knowledge of basic hand tools pertaining to mechanical assembly.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions pertaining to assembly, testing, and procedures.
• Ability to verify dimensions of parts and installation of components using measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, tape measure, etc.
• Ability to read and understand hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical schematics.
• Operate machine shop equipment to modify parts tested or fabricate experimental parts for testing, for example mill, lathe, and drill press.
• Understanding of fluid fittings and proper installation.
• Proficient with MSWord and MS Excel. 3D CAD experience, especially Solid Edge is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Responsibilities

• Assist team members with test apparatus design, test apparatus assembly, and assembly of prototype ultra-high pressure waterblasting components.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Recommend test apparatus and procedure improvements, especially safety improvements.
• Follow procedures for all inventory transactions to ensure accuracy and proper accounting charges to R&D accounts are made.
• Manage testing supply, tool, and fuel inventories.
• Perform all work in accordance with engineering procedures to ensure safety, environmental compliance, and consistency of test data.
• Set up and operate measuring and testing devices, including pressure transducers, thermocouples, and laser and magnetic speed sensors.
• Record test data in a neat and orderly fashion and in a timely manner per directions.
• Help maintain the organization and cleanliness of the test area, especially the organization of tools.
• Operate ultra-high pressure pumps to support production testing of waterblast tools.
• Perform other duties, assignments and special projects as required.
• Must be willing and able to work Monday - Friday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Data acquisition

LabVIEW

MS Excel

3D CAD Solid Edge

Education

Associate degree or 2 years related experience

Tools

LabVIEW

Solid Edge

Job description

Jetstream of Houston, a Federal Signal subsidiary, is seeking an on-site Designer/Test Lab Technician to assist with test apparatus design, assembly, and production testing of waterblast components. The role requires maintaining equipment, inventory control, and safety-focused procedures as part of a coordinated engineering team.

The candidate will operate measuring devices, record data, and help keep the test area organized, while following procedures and drawings.