About SLB:
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.
Our inclusive culture is the key to our success. We collaborate with our internal community of colleagues, alumni, and our valued external partners to support each other and achieve our goals. We aim to raise the bar high. We look for people who are committed to innovation and success and act with integrity to become and be a part of one of the most diverse group of experts in our industry, anywhere around the globe.
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.
Role: Laboratory Engineer
Location: Dampier, WA / Moomba, SA
Type of contract: Permanent
Roster: Full Time
Job Description:
The Laboratory Engineer ensures SLB’s fluids solutions meet client requirements and industry standards, directly supporting drilling efficiency, wellbore stability, and environmental compliance. The position requires strong chemical engineering knowledge and elements to ensure the performance and safety of drilling, completion, and waste management fluids.
The position holder identifies continuous improvement opportunities during service delivery, implements standard work, and manages risk during service delivery. This person interfaces with the customer to apply the appropriate fluid design and identifies opportunities to introduce new technology solutions and applications.
Successful candidate are excellent communicators, enjoy solving problems, and work well in teams.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Ensure job deliverables are accurate and delivered on time.
- Perform advanced additive selection for fluid design and recommend solutions to improve the process.
- Perform procedural and process improvement plan feasibility, development, and implementation within the laboratory and fluid testing domains.
- Ensure that laboratory equipment is in clean, working condition and that waste is regularly disposed.
- Monitor the operation, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Prepare technical presentations for internal and external customers.
- Perform regular audits to ensure the laboratory operates according to required standards.
- Assist the Design/Technical Engineer and Product Champions with technical support as required.
- Perform a Risk Analysis before each task/job to identify and mitigate potential safety or quality concerns.
- Participate in Service Quality Meetings with customers and improve performance using action plans.
- Participate in HSE and Quality initiatives.
- Wear PPE and observe HSE policies.
- Maintain the required safety training.
Qualifications and Experience:
- The position requires a degree in either Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Min 5 years relevant laboratory experience
- Skilled in Laboratory instrumentation - calibration, maintenance and application. (E.g., Rheometers, Low Pressure and High-Pressure Fluid Loss Apparatus, Dynamic & Static Ovens, Retorts for Synthetic/Water Analysis, Emulsion Stability Meters, Turbidity Meters, Permeability Plugging Apparatus, Production Screen Testers, Total Suspended Solid Centrifuge and Chemical Titrations for Heavy Metals, Chlorides, Water Hardness and Buffering ability of Water Based and Synthetic Based drilling fluids)
- Experienced in deploying and tracking reagents and laboratory equipment requirement to field locations.
Please apply via this advertisement and upload a detailed resume outlining your qualifications and work experience.
Applications are open from 11 Jun 2026 to 11 Jul 2026
Only successful applicants that meet the above criteria will be contacted.
SLB is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
We are committed to providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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Application Question(s):
- Do you have a Bachelors/Diploma of Science or Equivalent?
- How many years of experience do you have as Laboratory Technician?
- Do you have experience in SAP?
- Are you amenable to work FIFO? (Fly in Fly Out)
- Do you have experience with Cement Slurry Designs?
- Are you legally authorized to work and live in Australia?
Work Location: In person
