Job Description

Cambridge - United Kingdom
Job Title:
Mechanical Engineer Intern (12 months) - Starting Summer 2026
Project Title: Energy harvesting in down-hole tools
About SLB:
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
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.
Description & Scope:
???SLB is a leading provider of technology and services to the energy industry across the world. We design, develop, and deliver technology that transforms how work is done.
You will be part of the multi-disciplinary Drilling Mechanics and Interpretation group at Schlumberger Cambridge Research (SCR), developing technologies for well construction in both the oil & gas and geothermal energy sectors.
Your role will be to work with research scientists and engineers in our group, to develop energy harvesting technologies, to power miniaturised instrumentation used for downhole sensing and measurement in drilling tools.
The project will involve identification of appropriate technologies, adapting and testing them for the proposed applications. Candidates should be detail-oriented, enjoy new challenges and have good communication skills.?
Responsibilities:

• ?Identification and selection of technologies
• Planning and carrying out experimental work, ensuring that laboratory activities comply with Health & Safety standards and guidelines
• Analysing and interpreting experimental results
• Participating in regular meetings to discuss project status
• Writing technical reports and presenting to peers?

Qualifications:

• ??Studying towards a Bachelors or Masters in engineering or physical science or a related discipline
• Mechanical engineering and CAD
• Instrumentation and electronics
• Project planning
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Exposure to any of the following would be a plus:

• Programming languages for data analysis (e.g. Matlab, Python)
• Microcontrollers and firmware development (e.g. Arduino, C/C++)
• Electronic circuit design and modelling
• 3D CAD design?

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.

Skills Required