FAT Technician

JOB-10047905

Anticipated Start Date

November 9, 2026

Location

Mobile, AL

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a global leader in energy technology, providing cutting-edge solutions across the oil and gas industry. Operating in over 100 countries, they focus on digital innovation and sustainable practices to drive the future of energy and support the transition to lower-carbon operations.

Job Summary

The FAT Technician performs specialized mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and product testing supporting the qualification, verification, development, and manufacture of subsea umbilicals and related products. The position combines hands-on mechanical assembly and test-article preparation with setting up, operating, monitoring, and documenting specialized test systems.

Job Description

• Prepare, assemble, terminate, instrument, and configure test articles, fixtures, and test systems required for qualification, verification, production, and R&D testing.
• Set up and execute mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, dimensional, and other specialized testing in accordance with approved test procedures, project requirements, and applicable API 17E requirements.
  
• Set up, operate, and monitor specialized test equipment, instrumentation, measurement devices, and data acquisition systems while maintaining required test parameters and equipment limitations.
  
• Collect, record, and maintain accurate test data and records; identify abnormal conditions, deviations, or unexpected results and communicate them to Engineering, Quality, or Production leadership as appropriate.
  
• Support R&D, product qualification, engineering investigations, and development of non-routine test configurations through hands-on assembly, fabrication, test setup, troubleshooting, and execution.
  
• Perform pre-use equipment checks, test-area preparation, hazard assessments, and required documentation while maintaining test equipment, fixtures, tooling, and work areas in a safe and operational condition.

Skills Required

• 3–5 years of experience in industrial testing, mechanical assembly, manufacturing, oil and gas, marine, cable, hydraulics, instrumentation, or a similar technical environment.
• Demonstrated experience performing hands-on technical work requiring adherence to controlled procedures, specifications, drawings, or acceptance criteria.
  
• Experience handling large reels, cable, pipe, fabricated structures, or other large or heavy products.
  
• Experience with cranes, forklifts, winches, tensioning equipment, or similar material handling systems.
  
• Previous experience supporting heavy lifts, industrial load-outs, vessel mobilizations, or marine operations.
  
• Applicable rigging, forklift, telehandler, crane, or material-handling training or certifications.
  
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to assemble, configure, troubleshoot, and operate specialized test equipment, fixtures, and mechanical assemblies.
  
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, schematics, test procedures, specifications, work instructions, and defined acceptance criteria.
  
• Working knowledge of mechanical assembly practices, hydraulic connections, fittings, fasteners, specialized tooling, and test-article preparation.
  
• Ability to set up and use instrumentation, measurement equipment, sensors, and data acquisition systems within assigned training and competency.
  
• Ability to accurately collect, record, organize, and communicate technical test data while maintaining required documentation and traceability.
  
• Understanding of hazards associated with mechanical loading, stored energy, pressurized systems, electrical systems, suspended loads, and moving equipment.
  
• Ability to recognize abnormal test conditions, equipment behavior, or results and stop testing when established limits or safe operating conditions are exceeded.
  
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
  
• Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and other technical personnel during qualification, investigation, and R&D activities.
  
• Ability to learn and apply applicable company procedures, project requirements, industry standards, and API 17E requirements governing assigned testing activities.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Pay Rate

• $25 - $27 per hour (Compensation will be offered within this posted range based on experience, skills, and market factors)

Additional Requirements

• Schedule: Day & Night Shift. Testing may require extended-duration operation, shift coverage, or schedule flexibility based on test duration and project requirements