Mechanical Engineer Intern (12 months)

SLB; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

SLB invites applications for a Mechanical Engineer Intern (12 months) starting Summer 2027 at their Stonehouse Technology Centre in Gloucestershire. You’ll join a dynamic team, using industry tools like ANSYS for modelling, simulation and testing, contributing to real-world challenges in energy technology.

The role focuses on supporting product development, design validation, and collaboration across engineering, manufacturing and supply chain.

Qualifications

• English communication skills required.
• Autonomy, motivation, teamwork and ingenuity essential.
• Project work experience (personal or academic) desired.
• Basic proficiency in a major CAD tool and ability to interpret 2D drawings/GD&T.
• Ability to produce clear technical notes, test reports and updates.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams on real-world challenges.
• Support new product development from early requirements through prototype or readiness.
• Analyze, design and develop solution concepts with feasibility, risk and cost assessment.
• Prove concepts via modeling, simulations, or physical testing with manufacturing/ops alignment.

Skills

English comms

Autonomy & teamwork

Project work

Technical notes & reports

GD&T & 2D drawings

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace / Materials

Tools

Creo / SolidWorks / CATIA

Job description

Job Title

Mechanical Engineer Intern (12 months) - Starting Summer 2027

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 https://www.slb.com/who-we-are

Location

Stonehouse, Gloucestershire

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.

Description & Scope

Join our dynamic Mechanical Engineering team and gain exposure to cutting-edge projects that will challenge and inspire you!

In This Role You Will

• Collaborate with passionate engineers and cross-functional teams as you work on real-world challenges that make a difference.
• Support new product development by contributing to the definition, validation, and field trials of innovative solutions to product concepts, varying from early requirements through prototype or commercial readiness.
• Analyze, design and develop solution concepts, evaluating the technical feasibility, risk, and cost.
• Prove concepts via mathematical models, 3D modelling or physical testing. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing/operations, supply chain, and quality to align on project progression.

As part of our team, you’ll sharpen your skills using industry-leading software like ANSYS for modeling, simulation, and design, while also getting hands-on experiences such as physical testing and fitment checks.

Together, we’ll tackle challenges in reliability, cost efficiency, maintainability, and manufacturing support, giving you the opportunity to see the direct impact of your contributions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors or Masters Degree - (Penultimate or Final year) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, Materials or a related discipline
• Oral and written communication skills in English
• Good motivation, autonomy, teamwork, and ingenuity
• Project work experience (personal or academic)
• Basic proficiency in a major CAD tool (e.g., Creo/SolidWorks/CATIA) and ability to interpret 2D drawings/GD&T.
• Ability to produce clear technical notes, test reports, and structured slide updates.

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.