DCN Mechanical Engineer

SLB • Houston, TX

66d

About The Position

SLB New Energy & Industrial is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and delivery of modular data center infrastructure. The role focuses on mechanical and piping systems, supporting projects from design through manufacturing and commissioning. It is a hands-on engineering role intended for candidates with 3–10 years of mechanical design experience and an interest in large-scale infrastructure or data centers.

The Data Center Infrastructure Solutions team develops modular, scalable solutions intended to accelerate data center deployment, reduce risk, and support growth in AI and cloud technologies. The engineer will collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and manufacturing colleagues to ensure designs meet project and code requirements, and provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 3–10 years of mechanical design experience.
• Experience with piping systems and mechanical equipment design.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as ASME, ANSI, and NFPA.
• Proficiency with CAD/BIM tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or similar.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.
• Must be able to legally work and reside in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience reviewing or working with vendor drawings and submittals.
• Data center, industrial, or modular construction experience.
• Exposure to cooling systems, pumps, valves, or fire protection systems.
• EIT or PE certification; not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review mechanical and piping designs for data center modules.
• Check and approve engineering drawings, layouts, and documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure designs meet project and code requirements.
• Review vendor drawings and technical submittals.
• Support preparation of technical requisitions and equipment specifications.
• Assist with material take-offs (MTOs) and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Partner with manufacturing teams to support builds and resolve design issues.
• Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level