R&D Mechanical Testing Technician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Houston, TX (Job ID 9612563)

Description

Mechanical Testing Technician

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Mechanical Testing Technician with experience in O&G environments or similar heavy machinery roles.

Responsibilities:

• Operate Ariel JGP compressor, starting and stopping as needed.
• Log data at specified intervals using Teams (Microsoft), Excel, and specialized software (training provided).
• Adjust nitrogen pressure regulator per test plan.
• Modify variable speed drive settings according to test intervals.
• Perform teardown and reassembly of test fixtures (all tooling provided).
• Install and remove test specimens in line with R&D test plans, demonstrating strong mechanical skills.
• Document and upload test data, pictures, and logs for review.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a science related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in related industry, preferably from O&G or similar environments requiring operation of heavy machinery.
• High-level mechanical aptitude, especially with rotating equipment.
• HASC safety certification is beneficial.

Job Details

• Contract-to-Hire
• Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
• Pay Rate: dependent upon level of education and experience

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

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