Overview :
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client Limited is an oilfield services company and has more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. This Client has four principal executive offices located in Paris, Houston, London, and The Hague. This Client is the world's largest offshore drilling company.
Job Title : Engineering Technician / Technologist-Delivery
Duration : 12 Months
Work Location : Rosharon, Texas 77583
Job Type : Temporary Assignment
Work Type : Onsite
Shift / Hours : 7 : 30 AM 4 : 30 PM (Monday Thursday (9 hours), Friday (half-day))
Job Description : Job Summary :
- Engineering technicians work with explosive materials and associated hardware for use in the oil and gas industry.
- They are responsible for safely preparing, handling, and detonating explosives to achieve specific test objectives.
- This role requires a strong understanding of explosives safety protocols, and regulations.
Essential Responsibilities :
Conduct testing.Explosive record keeping.Test data collection & documentation.Forklift operations.Crane operations.Pressure operations.Metal fabrication.Metal arc weldingCutting torchPlasma cutterFacilities & equipment maintenanceObserves safe working practices, rules and regulations, wears PPE as required and correct and report hazards immediately.Marginal Functions :
Performs other duties as assigned by manager.Job Specifications : Education :
High School diploma or GED.Experience :
Experience working with explosives preferred.Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :
Basic Microsoft skills (Word, Excel)Use of common hand / pneumatic toolsKey Responsibilities
Conduct full-scale explosive testing (not lab-based).Maintain explosive record keeping (critical and regulated by ATF).Collect and document test data.Operate forklifts, cranes, and pressure systems.Perform metal fabrication (arc welding, cutting torch, plasma cutter).Maintain facilities and equipment.Follow strict safety protocols and wear PPE.Experience & Skills
No minimum years of experience required; open to candidates with the right attitude and willingness to learn.Willingness to learn and perform physically demanding work is essential.Preferred : prior experience in metal fabrication.Experience with explosives is a bonus (often from military background), but not required-training is provided.Open to candidates from military, manufacturing, or other transferable industries.Basic Microsoft Office skills and use of hand / pneumatic tools.Travel Requirements
Estimated at 10%.Mostly local (e.g., across Houston), with rare out-of-town trips (e.g., Houma, LA).Travel is volunteer-based within the team.Work Environment
On-site at Rosharon, TX.PPE provided : FR coveralls, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, hard hat.Casual dress allowed (e.g., shorts and T-shirts under coveralls).Safety
High emphasis on explosives safety and regulatory compliance.Explosive record keeping is a legal responsibility (ATF-regulated).Strict adherence to PPE and safety protocols.Education / Certification Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required.No specific certifications required; all necessary training and certifications provided internally.TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.