Mechanical Engineer
We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
At SLB we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. We are facing the world’s greatest balancing act- how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world’s growing energy demands. Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry, while innovating a new energy landscape. Ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond. Stonehouse Technology Centre (SHTC) is the SLB drilling Centre of Excellence. It supports SLB through innovative engineering and quality-driven manufacturing, with portfolio emphasis on rotary steerable systems, Measurement While Drilling tools, Specialised Measurement tools and Rechargeable Batteries for Downhole use, and power source products.
Over 400 employees work in SHTC's modern, fit-for-purpose building in scenic Gloucestershire. The facility was constructed to handle future demand for PowerDrive tools with an efficient workflow that ensures assembled tools are extensively and rigorously tested before delivery. On site, tools can be monitored using state of-the-art hardware and connectivity that link SHTC to all field locations.
SHTC continues Research & Development investment for new technologies, extending operational limits so that clients can reach hotter, deeper reserves.
Under the direction of the project manager or the mechanical team leader, the Mechanical Engineer provides innovative, cost effective and reliable solutions to the design, development or sustaining of new or improved products meeting the business needs.
They develop and maintain design layouts, models, drawings and other documentation needed to define, produce and sustain the products, taking into consideration fabrication methods, and in compliance with applicable internal and external standards. They assist the project manager in planning, conducting and evaluating approaches to meet the project objectives in a timely fashion.
Designs, develops and maintains the mechanical portion of products, meeting product and project requirements, in close collaboration with the other disciplines and functions.
Assists in identifying product requirements and risks and in defining risk control plans.
Develops and maintains mechanical layouts which may include 3D models and drawings using the CAD system, develops and maintains the bill of materials.
Participates in the definition of test procedures, in the performance of the tests and documentation of test results.
Continually evaluates engineering approaches, risks, and iterates the development plans.
Participates in technical reviews of requirements, risks, designs, product files and other artifacts.
Provides training and support to Field users and clients.
Shares his or her expertise internally and expands his informal network throughout the organization: field, research, engineering, manufacturing, other domains and clients.
Contributes to the capture of the company’s experience in design books and other standards, procedures, training packages.
Complies with applicable company policies, standards and procedures, including those related to Personnel, Quality, and Health, Safety and Environment.
Mechanical system design
CAD, drafting standards, tolerancing
Structural analytical & finite element analysis
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Subsea Engineering or a relevant field.
Professional experience within Mechanical Engineering (for example through an Internship)
Career Advancement:
We are leaders in Technology Domain Knowledge – Our Eureka Community of practice has over 28,500 members, in 30 communities, with 123 Special Interest Groups (SIGs). We are open to flexible, hybrid working with a combination of on-site & home working days.
Competitive base salary with bonus, private healthcare for employee & family, subsidised dental care, Health & Wellbeing programs such as the Employee Mental health support, health & wellness coaching, part employer and employee funded pension contribution, Income protection scheme, life insurance.
Other benefits are also available through the SLB flexible benefits program.
Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.