Lab Technician

SLB • Rosharon, TX

52d

About The Position

The Lab Technician position is responsible for preparing, evaluating, and testing materials, including polymeric and metallic materials, used in downhole tools for the Completions Business Line.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Material Science, Engineering Technology, Applied Sciences, Metallurgy or a relevant field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to coordinate and perform multiple/concurrent tasks in an accurate, efficient and timely manner.
• Hands-on experience with materials characterization techniques and instrumentation, such as tensile testing equipment, hardness testers and other laboratory instruments.
• Knowledge of safe operation, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory testing equipment and proper handling of laboratory chemicals.
• Ability to learn new techniques and processes for characterizing polymeric and metallic materials.
• Effective team member with communication and basic computer skills critical to document tests.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Material Sciences and Engineering, Polymer Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or relevant fields.
• Experience with polymeric materials, particularly elastomer, testing and qualification.
• Experience with metallography, optical microscopy, and microstructural analysis.
• Experience with thermal analysis techniques such as DSC, TMA, and TGA.
• Familiarity with aging, corrosion testing and materials qualification programs.
• Knowledge of failure analysis techniques for polymeric and metallic components.
• Working knowledge of ASTM, ISO, and industry standard materials testing methods.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment with a strong focus on 5S, laboratory safety, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine laboratory activities with minimal guidance and supervision within established procedures and support the laboratory in preparing and testing polymeric and metallic materials.
• Perform mechanical, thermal, physical and microstructural characterization in support of material qualification, product development and failure analysis.
• Document test procedures and results, communicate findings, and collaborate with engineers and scientists to support project objectives.
• Coordinate laboratory activities, maintain work instructions and risk assessments, and ensure a safe and efficient laboratory environment.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration and compliance with safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree