Senior Electro-Mechanical Technician

Company Profile

Oceaneering Technologies (OTECH) develops, manufactures, and operates customized marine systems, shipboard equipment, subsea vehicles, and engineered solutions for commercial and U.S. military vessels.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

The Senior Electro/Mechanical Technicians primary role is to support project development by completing electrical and mechanical assembly work as required in support of various OTECH projects. The Senior Electro/Mechanical Technician will perform assembly, integration, factory testing, field installation, and testing/debugging of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment and systems. Project support primarily occurs at OTECH’s Hanover MD location, but at times may require travel to field locations in the US and possibly abroad.

Duties And Responsibilities

- Soldering and electrical assembly of complex design with little supervision.

- Fiber optic termination and troubleshooting

- Perform tasks requiring high levels of physical and mental coordination, ensuring precision and safety.

- Subject matter expert in technical field.

- Proficient in operating hand and power tools.

- Operate fork truck, overhead crane, and rigging.

- Performs technical work tasks requiring advanced technical experience in mechanical and electrical fabrication, assembly, and hydraulic testing and troubleshooting.

- Hydraulic fabrication with proficient skills in tube bending, assembly, and testing and troubleshooting.

- Mechanical assembly associated with the assembly of J-boxes, electronics chassis, and electrical enclosures. Cable assemblies and oil filled PBOF.

- Use oscilloscopes, electrical meters (DVM), electrical and optical time domain reflectometers (TDRs), high voltage meggers, logic and frequency analyzers, spectrum analyzers, fiber optic sources and power meters, and similar test equipment.

- May serve as a mentor to entry level ETs and MTs. Is expected to be able to serve as the primary Technician on whatever project they are assigned to.

- They should have advanced technical experience and is expected to perform the full range of expected ET and MT tasks with little supervision.

- Assist as directed by Assembly Manager, or project-specific leads.

- Some travel may be required. Up 10% of travel.

- Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Minimum two years formal electronics training.

- Three to seven years of progressively responsible, on-scene experience fabricating, assembling, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. Small valve maintenance, including high pressure air/liquid power and control equipment (pumps, valves, etc.).

- Able to interpret complex electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic schematics.

- Skilled in soldering and electrical assembly.

- Skilled in the use of hydraulic test sets, flow/pressure meters, and non-destructive testing.

- Proficient in the use of common hand and power-driven tools including drills, grinders, drill presses, cut saws, etc.

- Proficient in hydraulic tube bending, hydraulic system operation/repair/maintenance and troubleshooting. Some formal hydraulic system training preferred.

- Proficient in the use of hydraulic test equipment.

- Fork-lift, overhead crane, and rigging experience.

- Electrical/electronic assembly/inspection and/or soldering certificate (IPC-WHMA-620, IPC JSTD, etc.) desired, or equivalent skill in lieu of certificate.

- Experience with cable assembly/wire harness assembly.

- Experience with PWB/PCB assembly including thru-hole and surface mount is considered a plus.

- Experience with ORCAD, ACAD, and/or Altium (or similar electrical documentation package) is considered a plus.

- Experience troubleshooting to the component level is preferred.

- Knowledge of shipboard wiring and/or subsea systems (ROVs/AUVs) is preferred.

- Good communication skills and the ability to work as a team player in a fast-paced environment.

- Able to work with minimum supervision under a variety of conditions.

- A current valid U.S. passport is required.

- Must be a U.S. Citizen.

- The possibility to be able to attain / maintain a top-security clearance.

DESIRED :

- Experience directly related to assembly, testing, and inspection of subsea equipment.

Additional Information

PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. Base pay rate for this position is : $34.74 - $46.89/Hour.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position is considered SHOP INDOOR/OUTDOOR which is characterized as follows:

- Primarily indoors during the day and occasionally outside to support testing or installation.

- Frequently working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment

- When outdoors, humidity is frequently above 90%.

- Noise level could reach over 85 decibels.

- Light is intense/glare.

- Occasional exposure to open fire/flames/sparks.

- Frequent exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases including exposure to contaminants.

- Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures.

- Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.

- Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people.

- Requires working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions.

- Shipboard work, in port and underway, periodically.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is considered MEDIUM work.

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

CONSTANT

- Lift 20-50 pounds.

- Work in confined spaces, kneel, jump, run, work while lying on stomach/back, crawl, and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands.

- Identify color differences.

- Wear PPE for skin protection.

- Lift 20-50 pounds.

- Work in confined spaces, kneel, jump, run, work while lying on stomach/back, crawl, and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands.

- Identify color differences.

- Wear PPE for skin protection.

- Lift up to 10 pounds.

- Wear PPE protection for body, vision, and hearing protection.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

How To Apply

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application.