Mechanical Technician

Blackstone Industrial Services Inc•Houston, TX

12d

About The Position

Blackstone Industrial provides innovative, high-quality, and sustainable solutions for critical rotating and static equipment. As one of North America’s leading technical service providers, we excel in field services, parts, repairs, and engineering. Trusted by industries such as heavy oil and refining, petrochemical, power generation, energy transmission, and agriculture, Blackstone is shaping the future of compressor maintenance and operation, striving to set new benchmarks. As we expand our operations globally. We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Technician to lead data‑acquisition, inspection, and modeling activities for complex rotating equipment. This role combines hands‑on mechanical work, precision measurement, CAD modeling, and field service support. If you enjoy technical problem‑solving, working with advanced scanning technologies, and supporting equipment overhaul projects, this is a great fit.

Requirements

High school diploma required
3-5+ years in maintenance, reliability, or manufacturing involving pumps, compressors, turbines, or power‑transmission systems
Experience in field services, petrochemical, refinery, or power‑transmission environments
Proficient with CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor, NX, etc.)
Skilled with precision measurement tools (required)
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and industry specifications
Experience working within technical organizational policies and procedures
Strong understanding of pumps, compressors, turbines, and power‑transmission systems
Proficiency in 3D modeling/drafting software
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
Knowledge of manufacturing, production, and maintenance practices
Advanced metrology knowledge and scheduling techniques
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong communication, time‑management, and analytical skills
Ability to work safely, independently, and collaboratively
Client‑service mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
Computer literacy and comfort in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment
CAD certification or coursework required

Nice To Haves

Mechanical Technician/Technologist/Engineer background is an asset
1+ year experience with 3D scanning or contact‑probing technology is an asset
1+ year experience with PolyWorks, Design X, Control X, VX Model, or similar software is an asset

Responsibilities

Lead scanning, metrology, and data‑acquisition projects in the shop and in the field
Conduct in‑process and as‑built inspections at vendor and customer facilities
Collect, organize, and upload data‑acquisition deliverables into the PLM system
Mentor junior technicians as needed
Perform 2D/3D modeling and design work
Use precision measurement tools (micrometers, verniers, gauges, etc.)
Support metrology operations through cleaning, packaging, disassembly, and assembly
Estimate project costs for data acquisition and component manufacturing
Prepare inspection test plans for manufacturing projects
Provide technical support for equipment overhaul activities
Generate QC reports and support troubleshooting/root‑cause investigations
Perform additional duties as required