We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Technician to join our team based in Houma, Louisiana. In this role you will be responsible for the repair, maintenance and testing of mechanical equipment. Principal Responsibilities: • Preparing and inspection testing equipment for hire, ensuring the kit is fully functional, complete, accurately documented, photographed, and professionally presented • Ensure that equipment is stored correctly and safely • Operating vehicles and equipment as necessary for diagnostic /delivery purposes • Follow written and verbal instructions, including manufacturers’ service specifications • Rebuilding hydraulic and pneumatic tools • Performing preventative maintenance on equipment • Diagnosing, rebuilding and repairing equipment to manufacturer standards • Create parts order list for repairs • Off-hiring and testing equipment returning from hire as per workshop procedures • Documenting any missing/damaged equipment • Delivering parts and equipment to customers when necessary • Providing on call support on rotation Qualifications & Experience: • Qualification in Mechanical/Hydraulics or other similar technical discipline and/or equivalent industry experience • Track record of experience in a Mechanical role undertaking repair, maintenance and testing of mechanical equipment, preferably in a subsea environment. • You can reads and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform maintenance/service • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Some offshore experience preferred Personal Qualities: • You have a professional attitude, good time management and organizational skills to reprioritise in order to meet deadlines • You are keen to take on additional responsibility and lend a hand when needed • You are willing to work offshore and or dockside as and when needed, for example to operate or service equipment on behalf of a client Who we are: Established in 1985, Ashtead Technology is a leading provider of subsea equipment rental solutions, advanced underwater technologies, and support services to the global offshore energy sector. With over 40 years of experience, we specialise in enabling customers to understand the subsea environment and manage offshore energy production infrastructure, including offshore wind farms and oil and gas platforms. Our offering spans the entire lifecycle of these infrastructures, with over 85% of our equipment fungible across both markets. Headquartered in the UK, Ashtead Technology operates globally with over 600 staff and more than 30,000 assets, making us one of the largest independent rental fleets in the industry. We continue to invest in equipment and have a strong in-house engineering capability to provide the most technologically advanced solutions. Our growth, driven by strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, culminated in a successful IPO in 2021, with shares now trading on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. What we can offer: • A dynamic & collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued, and your ideas welcomed • A positive and inclusive company culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, and mutual respect among team members
See More Details >>Vacancy Name Mechanical Engineer Vacancy No VN3272 Operating Company Claxton Engineering Services Group Advert Claxton is a part of Acteon Group of subsea services businesses. We combine experienced Project Engineering and fast track Design and R&D capability with huge inventory of rapid call off tooling, to deliver to our clients. Across a vast array of drilling riser systems, well abandonment equipment and structures, Claxton delivers pragmatic, safe reliable solutions to the operating challenges faced by our clients. We have a Global team with a singular mission, to make our clients projects happen. Claxton is looking to add an experienced, solution driven, Mechanical Engineer to the team. As a Mechanical Engineer, reporting to both the local site and remote Engineering Manager, you are responsible for the provision of design engineering services and expertise to both internal and external clients. This includes creating designs, calculations, FEA, drawings and control of the design elements of project work. The successful candidate will be in the Houma/Thibodaux area. Duties • Create and check designs and provide design verification services (FEA, hand calculations) in support of key projects • Create and check designs and drawings for manufacture, client review, quotation, in-house marketing, etc as required • Manage and control the design elements of projects alongside Project Engineers and other team members • Provide design-related input into kick-off, design review, project planning and other meetings • Control the design process and ensure all necessary requirements have been met in line with Claxton’s Internal Management System • Provide details of the inspection and quality requirements of designs • Support design validation testing and commissioning activities on and offshore • Maintain electronic media and hardware in an appropriate manner • Check engineering output produced by other team members and provide support to team members as required • Modify designs, documents, and drawings in accordance with Claxton’s internal procedures • Highlight and resolve any design issues following verification calculations and analysis • Perform hand calculations and FEA to verify equipment design • Check calculations, FEA and various engineering documents produced by other members of the team • Conduct and document design review meetings and closeout actions • Generate FDS (functional design specification) and TS (technical specification) and other documents for projects and products per the client's requirement • Input and manage the design elements of projects including design output, manufacture, QA, 3rd party verification/validation with respect to the technical, timeframe and commercial considerations • Input to departmental processes and contribute towards new or improved processes as necessary • Direct and mentor less experienced personnel as required during project or product design activities • Provide support to field operation and site integration tests for the new product/project as required • CTX/CTR preparation in support of proposals and internal product development and sustaining activities Required • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline • Minimum 3 years’ experience working in the mechanical engineering environment • Able to use SolidWorks to create detailed models & drawings in support of projects and products • Use of Mathcad to verify designs by hand calculations • Use of SolidWorks/ Ansys or equivalent to perform FEA to verify equipment design • Good working knowledge of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Windows, PowerPoint etc.) • Familiar with the principles of design control • Familiar with standards and specifications relevant to the Oil and Gas industry • Good commercial awareness • Working to designated standards and material selection • Experience with modelling and drafting using SolidWorks • Familiar with AutoCAD 2D drafting • Good written and verbal communication skills • Able to deal with clients (internal and external) • Able to work to tight deadlines and to budget • Able to manage design elements of projects • Able to mentor other less experienced team members and also personnel across the business • Able to work on own initiative and driven to develop own skills • Excellent team player with flexible attitude, and drive and enthusiasm Location Houma Work Country USA
See More Details >>• Install, maintain, and overhaul compressors, engines, triplex and centrifugal pumps (pneumatic, gas/diesel, or electric) • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on turbine engines as needed • Conduct major mechanical overhauls independently • Interpret blueprints to confirm specifications and tolerances • Maintain compliance with HSE standards and company policies • Accurately document daily operations, materials, and costs • Identify and mitigate equipment and operational hazards • Other duties as assigned • High school diploma or GED • 3–5 years of mechanic experience in the oil and gas industry • Must be Certified to work in H2s environment • Clean-shaven • Crew change via boat. Preferred: • Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school • 5+ years offshore mechanic experience on a production platform • Related training or certifications in mechanical systems Crosby Energy Services is seeking experienced Offshore Mechanics to join our team. This role supports operations on deepwater production platforms and involves the maintenance and repair of a variety of mechanical systems. Turbine experience is a plus. Crew Change: Dauphin Island, AL Schedule: 14x14 Rotation • We Offer: • Medical Insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Holiday Pay • 401k Match
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Houma, LA, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, involving extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 2,730 mechanical trade professionals in Louisiana, with wages averaging around $872.43 per week. The job market is expected to grow, with a projected 11% increase in employment from 2023 to 2033. Trade schools, unions, and various platforms assist aspiring mechanical trade professionals in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $1082.86 per week for experienced workers.
