Prism Data Technician

We have an opening for a Prism Data Technician at our Houston, TX location. The Prism Data Technician plays a vital role in supporting the Operations and Reliability teams through the collection and presentation of data to enhance operational efficiency. This role drives value through informed recommendations and strategic advice to stakeholders, leveraging engineering modeling to support continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle. Additionally, it facilitates remote operation services and systematically evaluates performance using key performance indicators, minimizing non-productive time and delivering optimized solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers.  Schedule: 12-hour shift work, 14 days on, 7 days off.

 

Specific Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)

 

• Assist the USA Drilling Optimization Manager with organization of data deliverables periodically provided to our clients throughout the drilling process on their projects.

• Maintain positive lines of communication between the well site personnel and the Prism Optimization Center.

• Collaborate with the Operations group to ensure field personnel and operations management have the necessary data to track performance, including real-time data and modeling for critical speed, torque and drag, hydraulics, and other required metrics.

• Provide guidance for operations on specific workflows and key performance indicators, for operations prioritized by MWD and Directional coordinators.

• Support identification and communication of best practices, documentation of standard practices, and tech alerts.

• Consolidate data from various online sources, structure it into the required presentation formats, and ensure quality verification while meeting client requirements and delivery deadlines.

• Ensure daily / shift reports are accurately completed and submitted on time.

• Ensure all identified issues and developing issues are accurately evaluated and communicated to the various stakeholders through established communications channels prior to the completion of each tour.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement new operations policies, workflows, and technical alerts as needed.

• Assist with development, communication and enforcement of safety policies and procedures.

• Ensure accuracy and consistency with all daily and end of well reporting requirements.

• Collaborate with the Reliability department to ensure relevant data is accessible for effective incident management.

• Collaborate with the Sales and Communications departments to provide accurate, valuable data for customer presentations. Support other departments with various projects and deliverables as required.

• Assist other departments with various projects when time permits.

• Perform all duties so as to meet the responsibilities listed in the Employee and Corporate HSE Handbooks. 

• Perform duties according to the Company’s quality system procedures and work instructions.

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Qualifications

 

• Bachelor’s degree/technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or Geoscience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant field experience, preferably with M/LWD, Directional Drilling, Mud Logging, or Well Construction

• Highly organized with superior communication and MS Office skills

• Technical knowledge in one or more real-time display/engineering programs

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Please submit your application to Barry Gaston, USA Drilling Optimization Manager: bgaston@phxtech.com

 

Machine Shop Manager

We have an opening for a Machine Shop Manager at our Houston, TX facility. The Machine Shop Manager is responsible for all aspects of the Machine Shop including all US operating regions. Supervision and coordination of the machine shop schedule and employees in the department. The incumbent will also provide assistance to the USA Production Manager.

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Responsibilities also include:

 

• Oversee the Machine Shop operations and processing; ensuring work is performed to meet specifications.

• Lead Machine Shop personnel by motivating, mentoring, scheduling and addressing issues or concerns.

• Train and coordinate training for new employees.

• Perform and/or organize maintenance needs of equipment and machinery.

• Perform various daily machining duties as required.

• Operate and program CNC Lathes and Mills, and other machines as required.

• Support all functions of operation of all Manual Lathes. 

• Manage staff based on production requirements.

• Ensure schedules and deadlines are met.

• Measure performance and KPI development.

• Maintain contact with all departments to ensure machining needs are met.

• Order tools and consumables needed for daily operation.

• Work closely with in all areas of operations to align priorities and increase efficiencies in all responsible areas.

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

• Travel to US operating regions as needed.

• Assist other departments with various projects when time permits.

• Perform all duties so as to meet the responsibilities listed in the Employee and Corporate HSE Handbooks.

• Perform duties according to the Company’s quality system procedures and work instructions.

 

Qualifications:

 

• 3-5 years in a machine shop supervisory role

• Machinist certification or 10 years of equivalent experience and minimum of 5 years of experience in programing of CNC Lathes, Manual Lathes and Mills

• Engineering drawings interpretation including dimensions and tolerances

• Organized, detail-oriented, and analytical

• Excellent verbal, written communication skills and computer skills

• QAQC background is considered an asset
   

As a safety sensitive position, this role requires functional English skills (reading, writing, listening, and comprehension) for:

• Proper understanding of one’s job, safety-related training, alerts, policies, procedures, and instructions

• Reading and understanding all corporate-related compliance documents, procedures and policies

• Communicating effectively with colleagues and supervisors

• Effective and safe performance of one’s job-related tasks

 

Please submit your application to Dalton Krause, USA Production Manager: dkrause@phxtech.com

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Mechanical Engineer Technologist

We have an opening for a Mechanical Engineering Technologist based out of our Houston, TX location. Reporting to the USA Lead Mechanical Engineer, the Mechanical Engineering Technologist will participate in technical efforts focused on supporting the needs of the Company. The incumbent will be responsible for basic designs, concept technical proposals, technical drawings, test plans, reports, troubleshooting, analysis, and continuous improvement of tools and equipment used in directional drilling. The Mechanical Engineering Technologist will execute these in a cost effective, safe, quality-focused, and technologically driven way following the guidance and leadership of the USA Lead Mechanical Engineer, or the Mechanical Engineering Manager.

 

Specific Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)

 

• Propose solutions concerning the development and implementation of tools and technologies.

• Maintain complete and comprehensive records of daily activities and report to the Mechanical Engineering Manager.

• Work in technological initiatives related to Mud Motors, MWD/LWD tools and/or any other drilling equipment as required.

• Provide training as required to transfer product knowledge within Phoenix Technology Services.

• Assist other departments with various projects when time permits.

• Perform all duties to meet the responsibilities listed in the Employee and Corporate HSE Handbooks.

• Perform duties according to the Company’s quality system procedures and work instructions.

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Qualifications

 

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technologist or Equivalent, from an accredited Institution

• Mechanical Engineering Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience

• Highly skilled in SolidWorks as a design and drafting tool

• Great drafting skills and knowledge of GD&T

• Experience with mechanical design and product development

• Fundamentals of mechanical systems (i.e. stress of materials, materials selection for use in high pressure, high-temperature and high-vibration environments, etc.)

• Knowledge and experience with revision control platforms, preferably PDM Vault

• Understanding of basic machining and manufacturing processes and procedures

• Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills

• Strong documentation skills for design logs, test reports and operational manuals

• Quick learner, strong work ethic, goal-focused, and detail oriented

• Process and quality mind-set with an appreciation of design best practices

• Exposure to downhole tools and field operations in the oil and gas industry is an asset

• Relevant field experience is an asset

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Please submit your application to Tyler Christensen, USA Lead Mechanical Engineer: tchristensen@phxtech.com

 

Mechanical Design Engineer

We have an opening for a Mechanical Design Engineer based out of our Houston, TX location. Reporting to the USA Lead Mechanical Engineer, the Mechanical Design Engineer will contribute to the design, development, and improvement of the Company’s tools and equipment portfolio. This role focuses on creating mechanical design concepts, preparing manufacturing drawings, supporting project execution, and assisting with testing and technical documentation. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, analyze, and enhance existing designs, helping ensure products meet performance, reliability, safety, and quality requirements. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where you’ll support the development of advanced technologies while delivering practical, cost-effective engineering solutions in a safety and quality-driven environment.

 

Specific Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)

 

• Contribute to continuous product improvement through analysis, testing, and design enhancements.

• Develop mechanical designs and concepts for tools and equipment, supporting implementation from concept to production.

• Maintain accurate records of daily engineering activities and report to the Mechanical Engineering Manager and Lead Mechanical Engineer.

• Prepare engineering drawings, analyses, and documentation in accordance with quality and project standards.

• Support other departments with engineering input to transfer product knowledge within Phoenix Technology Services.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support engineering initiatives and troubleshoot design challenges.

• Ensure all work complies with the Company’s Quality System, HSE standards, and engineering best practices.

 

Qualifications

 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited institution

• 2–5 years of relevant mechanical design engineering experience

• Member of TBPELS in good standing or eligible for licensing in Texas as a Mechanical Engineer

• Proficiency in SolidWorks, including stress and basic fluid analysis tools

• Strong drafting skills and knowledge of GD&T

• Solid understanding of mechanical systems, including stress analysis, material selection, and performance under high-pressure, high-temperature, and high-vibration conditions

• Experience with revision control platforms, preferably SW-PDM Vault

• Ability to revise Technologists’ and Draftsman’s design work and drawings

• Good understanding of machining and manufacturing processes

• Strong documentation, written communication, and interpersonal skills

• Quick learner with a proactive work ethic and strong problem-solving skills

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, with a focus on design quality and process discipline

 

Assets:

• Design experience with MWD / LWD and/or Mud Drilling Motors

• Field experience in oil and gas drilling operations

• Familiarity with intellectual property processes (patents, design registrations, etc.)

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Please submit your application to Tyler Christensen, USA Lead Mechanical Engineer: tchristensen@phxtech.com

 

Manual Lathe Machinist Midland

We have an opening for a Manual Lathe Machinist based out of our Midland, TX location.  Reporting to the Facilities Maintenance, Fab and Machining Manager, the Manual Lathe Machinist applies basic skills and appropriate machining practices in turning, milling, and tooling processes as specified by work orders, blueprints, set-up sheets and verbal instructions, ensuring machine parts consistently meet or exceed production, safety and quality targets for assignment.

 

Responsibilities also include:

 

• Review procedures, work orders, blueprints, set-up sheets and follow verbal work instructions to arrange task layout with minimal steps.

• Operate Manual Lathe functions, and perform programming, or program editing at machine controls if needed.

• Select the correct machine and tooling to do the job and gather the required tooling and fixtures or place an order with tool room if necessary.

• Set up machine as required using prescribed detail and operating procedures.

• Calculate speeds, feeds, depths of cuts and tapers for machining.

• Identify the type of material being used and performs hardness testing.

• Correct or modify tooling call-outs, offsets, speeds and feeds to allow for variations in the material.

• Perform diversified machining operations and finish complex parts that include exact placement of features, tapers, and tolerances of less than .005, consistently meeting or exceeding manufacturing, safety, and quality targets.

• Use measuring devices to check all part dimensions (Gagemaker), perform and evaluate all Level I Non-Destructive Testing evaluations on finished parts, and complete all Inspection documentation promptly and accurately.

• Report non-conformance to the Quality Control Manager.

• Use material handling equipment to move parts and components to and from the work area (overhead crane, forklift, etc.).

• Practice good housekeeping in assigned areas and properly dispose of waste according to safety and environmental policies.

• Promptly report any operational problems or safety issues with machinery, tools, or equipment to the Machine Shop Lead and submit a maintenance requisition.

• Assist other departments with various projects when time permits.

• Perform all duties so as to meet the responsibilities listed in the health and safety handbook.

• Perform duties according to the Company’s quality system procedures and work instructions.

 

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or G.E.D. A minimum of 6 years of machining experience is required. The incumbent will have at least 4 years in a similar environment and/or 4 years of in-house experience. This individual will be able to run all mills, lathes, and manual machines to complete a part. They must work well independently or under minimum supervision and demonstrate the ability to interpret complicated drawings with multiple views and machining surfaces. The incumbent will be proficient with gauges and measuring instruments and will understand and practice geometric tolerance. They will have the ability to process necessary information from machine controls and edit programs accordingly.

 

Please submit your application to David Freese, Facilities Maintenance, Fab and Machining Manager: dfreese@phxtech.com.

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Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

We have an opening for a Facilities Maintenance Mechanic based out of our Houston TX, location. Reporting to the Facilities Maintenance, Fab & Machining Manager, the Facilities Maintenance Mechanic is accountable for all facility maintenance and applicable repairs.

 

Specific Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)

 

• Establish preventive maintenance schedules for all mechanical equipment.

• Responsible for maintaining water reclamation unit on a daily basis.

• Repair and maintain facilities service and mechanical equipment using various tools and equipment.

• Check the operation of machines and troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical problems.

• Perform general maintenance throughout the facility.

• Practice good housekeeping standards.

• Maintain cleanliness in the shop and yard per expected standards.

• Assist other departments with various projects when time permits.

• Perform all duties so as to meet the responsibilities listed in the Employee and Corporate HSE Handbooks.

• Perform duties according to the Company’s quality system procedures and work instructions.

 

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, a trade certificate, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in maintenance. They will be a highly organized individual with excellent mechanical aptitude and the ability to work independently. They will have basic welding and electrical knowledge with a valid driver’s license and current drivers abstract. Previous oil and gas industry experience an asset.

 

Please submit your application to David Freese, Facilities Maintenance, Fab and Machining Manager: dfreese@phxtech.com.

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Reliability Engineer

We have an opening for a Reliability Engineer based out of our Houston, TX location. Reporting to the Process and Reliability Manager, the Reliability Engineer performs the RCA process and effectively manages the investigation process while ensuring compliance with a structured approach across the Company. This individual’s primary responsibilities are to help identify reliability improvement opportunities, facilitate a continuous improvement process, and provide continual improvement to the Company’s fleet of existing equipment. The incumbent meets the specific accountabilities of this position, in part, through the efforts of the Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance departments.

 

Responsibilities also include:

 

• Investigate the root cause of equipment incidents and document the detailed fact-based findings.

• Conduct regular reliability reviews with all stakeholders.

• Identify technology and process improvement opportunities to improve reliability, reduce costs, and provide mechanisms to prioritize initiatives.

• Prepare and deliver monthly reports to the Process and Reliability Manager detailing the results from the Root Cause Analysis effort.

• Maintain documentation of all investigations performed and digitally file in a manner that facilitates analysis of results to recognize trends regarding the performance of downhole drilling motors.

• Work with the Process and Reliability Manager, the Engineering department, and the Operations department to develop verification test processes for Company equipment.

• Occasionally assist with verification of directional drilling equipment as it is prepared for field installations.

• Work within the Company’s health and safety program within the RCA process and the manufacturing department to minimize unsafe acts and conditions and to prevent workplace accidents and incidents.

• Assist other departments with various projects when time permits.

• Perform all duties so as to meet the responsibilities listed in the Employee and Corporate HSE Handbooks.

• Perform duties according to the Company’s quality system procedures and work instructions.

 

The successful candidate will have an Engineering or technical degree with relatable work experience, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a proven track record of creative problem solving and technical innovation. They will be proficient in Microsoft Office platforms and have outstanding organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and delegate responsibilities to efficiently complete projects. Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification and a background of continuous improvement are assets.

 

Please submit your application to Christopher Mills, Process & Reliability Manager: CMills@phxtech.com.

 

Data Engineer

We have an opening for a 4-month contract Data Engineer position based out of our Houston, TX location. Reporting to the Digitization Manager, the Data Engineer will work with the data team to modernize our data infrastructure. Specifically, they will build and optimize pipelines in Microsoft Fabric, ensuring efficient data processing and management. The ideal candidate will have expertise in handling large-scale data systems and optimizing workflows.

 

Responsibilities also include:

 

• Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines using modern tools and frameworks.

• Implement data transformation processes to ensure efficient storage and retrieval.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and optimize data architecture.

• Utilize T-SQL and PySpark to process and analyze large datasets.

• Manage and monitor data workflows, ensuring high performance and reliability.

• Integrate and maintain ETL processes to streamline data operations.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data systems and workflows.

• Ensure data security and compliance with industry standards.

• Document processes and provide technical support to stakeholders.

• Assist with other duties as assigned.

• Perform all duties to meet the responsibilities listed in the Employee and Corporate HSE Handbooks.

• Perform duties according to the Company’s quality system procedures and work instructions.

 

The successful candidate will have a strong data architecture background with mastery of medallion/lakehouse, data warehouse, data fabric, and MDM frameworks. They will be an expert in PySpark, T-SQL, scalable ETL/ELT, and distributed processing for high-volume structured and semi-structured data, with the proven capability in solution design, optimization, performance tuning, and building reusable data engineering frameworks. They will require previous hands-on experience implementing Azure Dev ops, governance, security, lineage, and modeling standards across enterprise platforms, and proven capability in solution design, optimization, performance tuning, and building reusable data engineering frameworks. Excellent verbal and written communication, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively and work as part of a team is a prerequisite for this role.

 

 

Please submit your application to Stephanie Farrar, Digitization Manager: smertz@phxtech.com.

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Technical Marketing Representative

The Technical Marketing Representative is accountable for selling directional drilling services to the domestic oil and gas industry for the purpose of maximizing the Company’s market share and profitability. The incumbent meets the accountabilities of this position, in part, by working closely with department Engineers and Planners.

 

Specific Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)

 

• Participate as a member of the domestic Sales team to meet the goals of the annual sales/marketing plan.

• Maintain an ongoing awareness of marketplace developments to identify prospects for future sales and provide relevant information during the Sales department’s group discussions and determinations.

• Participate in the development of our client directory and systematically work with assigned contacts to generate sales through existing and potential clients.

• Ensure all technical information being sent to clients, such as planning and end-of-well reports, are accurate and complete.  

• Strive to continuously increase customer satisfaction and identify opportunities to improve service quality by searching out and acting upon customer needs or concerns, discussing solutions as required.

• Monitor and keep department members advised of competitor sales strategies.     

• Communicate effectively with our Operations department to encourage a coordinated effort in achieving timely delivery of quality products and services.

• Monitor and manage expenditures, based on the department’s standard practices.

• Represent the Company at trade shows, industry functions, conferences, and other events. 

• Carry out all responsibilities in accordance with relevant ISO Quality and Health and Safety policies, procedures and work instructions.

• Provide input and suggestions to the Marketing department concerning the purchase and use of promotional items and the development of manuals, brochures, web pages, etc.

• Assist other departments with various projects when time permits.

• Perform all duties so as to meet the responsibilities listed in the Employee and Corporate HSE Handbooks.

• Perform duties according to the Company’s quality system procedures and work instructions.

 

This candidate will have a minimum of 5 years Oil & Gas in the NER, preferably in directional drilling. They will require strong verbal and written communication skills & a familiarity with conventional computer software programs.

 

Please submit your application to David Raines, Vise President US Sales & Marketing draines@phxtech.com

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MWD Operator

We are seeking motivated, dynamic, and team-oriented individuals to fill the role of Measurement While Drilling (MWD) Operator. All applicants must have strong communication, organization and problem solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to work in a rig environment. The MWD Operator is accountable for providing real-time survey data for carrying out directional and horizontal drilling operations.  They must exercise judgment to determine the appropriate action at the well site by relying upon hands-on and classroom-based training of standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques. 

 

Responsibilities also include:  

 

• Prepare tools for the field. This includes a full function test in the shop of the downhole and surface gear, an inventory of kit tools, and proper packing and securing of kit tools for travel.

• Set up primary string, back-up string, rig equipment, and surface gear once tools arrive on location.

• Install MWD/LWD system into drill string, set tool face offset or orienting sub, surface test tools, and survey while running in the hole. This also includes recording downhole measurements related to drilling with tools, sliding, rotating, calculating battery usage and surveying at the end of a kelly, filling out run reports and survey sheets, and troubleshooting the tool in the hole.

• Complete rig out and prepare tools for shipping to operations, including the cleaning and packing of tools into kit boxes, preparing necessary run reports and end of well reports, and forwarding any reports to the Directional Driller for job folder.

• Participate in the servicing of tools in the shop by informing the shop staff of any concerns or problems, turning in run reports, and entering information into the MWD databases.

• Attend, complete, and successfully pass all training courses as required.

• Interact with customers and other Phoenix personnel in a positive, problem-solving manner.

• Carry out duties according to established Phoenix health and safety program, including those relating to Company rules, hazard reporting, use and care of tools, safe work practices, use of P.P.E. and accident reporting.  When on site follows the health and safety program of the owner or prime contractor.

 

The successful candidates must have a valid driver’s license. Completion of a technical program is preferred, or military veterans with honorable discharge.

 

Classroom and in-field training will be provided to successful candidates without previous rig experience.

 

You must be eligible to work in USA to apply.

 

Please submit your application to Andres Alcala, MWD Manager: AAlcala@phxtech.com

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Directional Drillers

We are seeking experienced, motivated, dynamic, team-oriented Directional Drillers for work across the USA. Directional Drillers are accountable for providing the customer with the tools, equipment and expertise required to meet the directional and horizontal drilling objectives.

 

Responsibilities also include:

 

• Complete all pre-job equipment checks and communications requirements.

• Perform field location preparation work including equipment checks, document completion and communications with rig personnel and MWD Operators.

• Set up, direct, monitor, and trouble-shoot directional or horizontal drilling operations and related activities.

• Perform completions work including removal, packing and shipping of tools, communications with rig personnel and operations office, and post-job clean up.

• Deal with customer personnel and other Phoenix personnel in a positive problem-solving manner.

• Carry out duties according to established Phoenix health and safety program, including those relating to Company rules, hazard reporting, use and care of tools, safe work practices, use of PPE, and accident reporting. When on site follows the health and safety program of the owner or prime contractor.

• Complete required field paperwork.

• Keep Phoenix office informed of progress of well.

• Conform to Phoenix Drug & Alcohol Policy.

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The successful candidates must have a valid driver’s license and valid certificates in H2S Alive where applicable. Previous rig experience as a Directional Driller and/or a minimum of 3 years of experience as an MWD Operator is a requirement.

 

Please submit your application to: nparker@phxtech.com

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