Research Technician
SLB
Date: 4 hours ago
City: Cambridge
Contract type: Full time
Job Title
Research Technician
About Us
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. That is our purpose. As innovators, that has been our mission for 100 years. We are facing the world’s greatest balancing act- how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world’s growing energy demands. We’re working on that answer. Every day, a step closer.
Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry, while innovating a new energy landscape. It’s what drives us. Ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond. For a balanced planet.
Our purpose: Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. You can find out more about us on https://www.slb.com/who-we-are
Location:
Cambridge, UK
SLB Cambridge Research (SCR) is part of SLB’s global network of research and engineering centres. SCR is a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art research and computing facilities. We work on applied research projects in the physical sciences to meet the current and future challenges of the industry.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Development Technician, to become part of a small support group within the organisation to assist in the manufacture and modification of existing experimental equipment across the site.
You should have a mechanical aptitude and ideally experience in the following – hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical assembly, welding and basic electrics. Training will be provided where needed – we particularly value applicants who are enthusiastic to learn new skills and techniques.
Experience Required
SLB Eureka Technical Career (SETC) provides proven technical contributors with a career path that offers them recognition, reward, and influence that parallels an equivalent management progression. 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’ve published over 10,000 publications in the past decade. The early stage of SETC known as “SETC Associate”, is a new addition to the SETC Framework in the Technology Organization.
BlueFlex (if Eligible)
We are open to flexible, hybrid working with a combination of on-site & home working days.
What We Can Offer You
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.
SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. 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.
The recruiting process and the position can be adapted to fit most disabilities, please do not hesitate to mention this when applying.
Research Technician
About Us
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. That is our purpose. As innovators, that has been our mission for 100 years. We are facing the world’s greatest balancing act- how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world’s growing energy demands. We’re working on that answer. Every day, a step closer.
Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry, while innovating a new energy landscape. It’s what drives us. Ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond. For a balanced planet.
Our purpose: Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. You can find out more about us on https://www.slb.com/who-we-are
Location:
Cambridge, UK
SLB Cambridge Research (SCR) is part of SLB’s global network of research and engineering centres. SCR is a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art research and computing facilities. We work on applied research projects in the physical sciences to meet the current and future challenges of the industry.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Development Technician, to become part of a small support group within the organisation to assist in the manufacture and modification of existing experimental equipment across the site.
You should have a mechanical aptitude and ideally experience in the following – hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical assembly, welding and basic electrics. Training will be provided where needed – we particularly value applicants who are enthusiastic to learn new skills and techniques.
Experience Required
- Experience of hands-on mechanical engineering. Electrical experience and skills would also be desirable.
- Provide technical advice to program managers and scientific staff.
- Create working engineering drawings using CAD.
- Manufacture components as required for use on site using all the workshop facilities.
- Learn and support operations in areas within the main test facility.
- Develop and manufacture test equipment and apparatus for projects to timed schedules.
- Incorporate safe working procedures in all aspects of the job and maintain a safe working environment.
- Communicate with other technical and scientific staff on engineering and design matters and advise in the areas of materials and manufacturing processes.
- Conduct troubleshooting to correctly diagnose design problems and suggest solutions to rectify them.
- Use standard PC software
- Perform other duties in the work environment as assigned
- Nurture a team spirit and actively assist the group activity.
SLB Eureka Technical Career (SETC) provides proven technical contributors with a career path that offers them recognition, reward, and influence that parallels an equivalent management progression. 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’ve published over 10,000 publications in the past decade. The early stage of SETC known as “SETC Associate”, is a new addition to the SETC Framework in the Technology Organization.
BlueFlex (if Eligible)
We are open to flexible, hybrid working with a combination of on-site & home working days.
What We Can Offer You
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.
SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. 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.
The recruiting process and the position can be adapted to fit most disabilities, please do not hesitate to mention this when applying.
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