Materials Characterization Lab Technician - Polymers & Metals

Schlumberger Limited; Rosharon (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Schlumberger Limited in the United States is seeking a Lab Technician to prepare, evaluate, and test materials used in downhole tools for the Completions Business Line. You will perform mechanical, thermal, and microstructural characterization to support qualification and development.

Responsibilities include documenting procedures, communicating findings to engineers, coordinating lab activities, and maintaining a safe, calibrated lab environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Material Science, Engineering Technology, Applied Sciences, Metallurgy or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience with materials characterization techniques and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of safe operation, maintenance and calibration of lab equipment.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, evaluate, and test polymeric and metallic materials used in downhole tools.
• Perform mechanical, thermal, physical and microstructural characterization for qualification and development.
• Document test procedures and results; communicate findings to engineers and scientists.
• Coordinate laboratory activities; maintain work instructions and risk assessments; ensure safety and efficiency.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment; ensure proper calibration and safety compliance.

Skills

Materials science

Lab documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Materials Science/Engineering Technology

Tools

Tensile testing

Hardness testing

Microscopy

Job description

Schlumberger Limited in the United States is seeking a Lab Technician to prepare, evaluate, and test materials used in downhole tools for the Completions Business Line. You will perform mechanical, thermal, and microstructural characterization to support qualification and development.

Responsibilities include documenting procedures, communicating findings to engineers, coordinating lab activities, and maintaining a safe, calibrated lab environment.