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ETO Mechanical Engineer

Schlumberger
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026

The role of Mechanical Equipment / Piping Engineer is to support the Engineering Lead and Product Engineering Manager. They will be accountable for the mechanical and piping scope and systems in large scale data centers across the design, construction, assembly, testing, installation, and commissioning phases. The Mechanical / Piping Engineer will be responsible for checking and approving drawings / designs; interface communication, and ensuring the accuracy, reliability, efficiency, and safety of the overall mechanical scope of work for Hyperscale Data Center Modules meets customer’s requirements and Industrial Standards.


The Mechanical Equipment / Piping Engineer will play a critical role with supporting the plant during the manufacturing stage. They will also be assisting various stakeholders in troubleshooting site installation and commissioning problems.


Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Checking and approving drawings, information and documentation which meets Industrial standards and code to enable the manufacturing group and other departments to produce Data Center Infrastructure Modules.
  • Review and monitor Engineering work, as required, to assure accuracy and conformance with Client and / or Company Specifications, governing codes, good engineering practices, good safety practices, project procedures, and job requirements.
  • Attend and initiate Design and Development Planning and Review sessions to meet customers’ and industry’s needs.
  • Prepare TRs (Technical Requisitions) for mechanical systems and various components.
  • Review vendor quotations and provide feedback to procurement team.
  • Prepare and complete various mechanical engineering deliverable drawings, documents, and calculations such as valve list, equipment lists, piping line list, piping stress / flexibility study, line sizing of pipe, mechanical equipment data sheets, etc.
  • Prepare bulk MTOs (Material Take Offs) and detailed BOMs (Bill of Materials).
  • Ability and willingness to think outside of the box to find creative and innovative solutions to reduce costs while managing impact to quality, cost, or schedule.
  • Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs and applications.
  • Interprets, organizes, executes assignments in a self-driven and self-sufficient manner.
  • Make decisions independently on technical problems and methods and represent the organization in meetings to resolve important questions.
  • Applies advanced or state-of-the-art knowledge and experience to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions. The knowledge and expertise required for this level of work usually results from progressive experience.
  • Supervision received is essentially administrative, with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.
  • Stays up to date with advancements in electrical engineering and data center technologies and recommend new technologies to improve the reliability and efficiency of our data center product line.
  • Selecting / Specifying proper painting and coating systems for various items within data centers
  • Selecting and designing piping insulation where and as needed.
  • Determining brackets, fastening, bolting, and / or mounting of components and major equipment.
  • Advise and assist project and discipline engineers with the interpretation and clarification of applicable industry Codes and Client Specification requirements.
  • Supervise outsourcing of piping engineering work if necessary.
  • Create or check “Design Basis” document specific to the project. The document is based on the applicable Codes, client specifications, company scope of supply, and approved exception list.
  • Perform or check pipe stress analysis with all applicable design loads and design combinations in accordance with the “Design Basis”.
  • Provide piping load information to structural engineers.
  • Review “as-built” drawings and re-run or check calculations, as required, to ensure conformity.
  • Represent company with customers during review meetings. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, responding to their inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
  • Provide technical support during the construction phase, responding to RFIs and addressing any issues that arise.
  • Attend job site visits, project meetings, and commissioning activities as needed.
  • Education:
    • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
    • Other Degrees will be considered (Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, etc.) but will require increase relevant data center expertise.
    Experience:
    • A minimum of 7 years’ experience in mechanical design and engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure.
    • Professional Engineering License (Strongly Preferred).
    • Ability to produce drawings/sketches to illustrate design/ideas.
    • General knowledge and direct experience with the construction, operation, and maintenance of data centers or mechanical systems and components.
    • Strong Knowledge in piping and fire suppression system design and construction
    • Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations, including but not limited to:
      • AISI – American Iron and Steel institute
      • ANSI – American National Standards Institute
      • ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers (specifically B&PV Section VIII, IX, B31.3)
      • ASTM – American Society of Testing and Materials
    • Extreme work ethic and maintains high level of quality of work and due diligence.
    • Express complex ideas effectively in both individual and group situations.
    • Organize and express ideas clearly in written documents.
    • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with a cross-functional team.
    • Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Benefits

International Opportunities

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.

Insurance

Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.

Learning Opportunities

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.

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 accommodationhotline@slb.com 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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