DCN Mechanical CAD Designer -NPD

Schlumberger Limited; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Schlumberger Limited in Houston is seeking a Mechanical Designer for New Product Development focused on modular data center infrastructure solutions. You will develop containerized and prefabricated systems, creating production-ready 3D models, layouts, and manufacturing drawings.

The role requires 3+ years in mechanical design, proficiency with SolidWorks or Creo, and experience with large assemblies, BOMs, and GD&T.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical design or product design experience.
• Proficient with SolidWorks and/or Creo.
• Experience creating detailed fabrication and manufacturing drawings.
• Knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing standards.
• Experience with weldments, sheet metal, and large assemblies.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and ensure manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks and/or Creo.
• Create fabrication, assembly, weldment drawings, and BOMs.
• Prepare equipment layouts for modular and containerized data center systems.
• Design structural framing, supports, cable tray, access platforms.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to ensure cost-effective designs.
• Support prototype build and design improvements.
• Prepare engineering change documentation and drawings revisions.
• Participate in design reviews and implement feedback.

Skills

SolidWorks

Creo

3D CAD

Education

Associate's Degree or Technical Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Drafting, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Operations (Engineers, Geoscience, Specialists, Operators)

Mechanical Designer – New Product Development (Modular Data Center Infrastructure)

Come join us at SLB New Energy & Industrial and be part of a global company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.

SLB New Energy & Industrial (NEI) is a division of SLB; our portfolio includes ventures in carbon capture and sequestration, geothermal power, energy storage, sustainable battery-grade lithium, hydrogen, and Data Center Infrastructure Solutions.

Our Data Center Infrastructure Solutions business provides innovative and cost-effective solutions that enable building faster, smarter and more resilient data centers. Our modular infrastructure solutions scale AI and cloud computing capacity while minimizing capital risk and deployment delays. From design and supply chain to commissioning and operations, by standardizing components and relocating labor to controlled offsite environments, we help reduce costs, improve lead times, and lower construction risk while ensuring quality and global repeatability.

SLB is seeking a motivated Mechanical Designer to join our New Product Development (NPD) team focused on the development of next-generation modular data center infrastructure solutions. This role will support the design and development of containerized and prefabricated systems used to deploy hyperscale and AI data centers.

The Mechanical Designer will be responsible for creating detailed 3D models, fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, equipment layouts, and manufacturing documentation supporting new product development efforts. The successful candidate will work closely with Mechanical Engineers, Structural Engineers, Manufacturing, and Product Development teams to transform concepts into production-ready designs.

The ideal candidate has experience designing skid-mounted systems, E-Houses, modular buildings, battery energy storage systems (BESS), shipping container modifications, or other large industrial assemblies.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Designer will support the goals and programs established by the management team. These roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop detailed 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks and/or Creo.
• Create fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, weldment drawings, and manufacturing packages.
• Prepare detailed equipment layouts for modular and containerized data center systems.
• Design structural framing, equipment supports, mounting arrangements, cable tray supports, access platforms, and mechanical integration features.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and drawing packages.
• Support engineering teams with concept modeling and design development activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and fabrication teams to ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, and cost-effective.
• Support prototype build and manufacturing activities by resolving design issues and implementing design improvements.
• Prepare engineering change documentation and drawing revisions.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback into released designs.
• Develop components, assembly, and installation drawings in accordance with company drafting standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable drafting, GD&T, fabrication, and manufacturing standards.
• Support value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with physical measurements, prototype evaluations, and fit-up verification activities.
• Develop designs that consider transportation, lifting, installation, and field service requirements.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines to ensure accurate integration of mechanical, structural, electrical, and cooling equipment within modular platforms.

Qualifications and Experience

• Associate's Degree, Technical Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Drafting, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design or product design.
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks and/or Creo.
• Experience creating detailed fabrication and manufacturing drawings.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing standards.
• Experience developing large assemblies and complex equipment layouts.
• Experience with weldments, sheet metal, structural members, and fabricated assemblies.
• Familiarity with manufacturing, machining, welding, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Proficiency creating and managing Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Strong attention to detail and drawing accuracy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in the US without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• E-Houses
• Skid-mounted equipment
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Containerized systems
• Modular buildings
• Shipping container modifications
• Experience with industrial equipment integration and packaging.
• Experience supporting prototype development and product testing activities.
• Familiarity with piping layouts and mechanical equipment integration.
• Experience creating production-ready fabrication packages.
• Knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacturability) principles.
• Experience working in fast-paced product development environments.

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Insurance

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Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

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Diverse and Inclusive

Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.

About Us

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.

Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.

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.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact [e-mail] to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

SLB is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor- priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

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