Job Title:
Mechanical Engineer Intern (12 months) - Starting Summer 2026
Project Title: Thermal Management - Geothermal Energy
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.
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Location:
Cambridge, UK
SLB Cambridge Research (SCR) is part of SLB’s global network of research and engineering centres. SCR is a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art research and computing facilities. We work on applied research projects in the physical sciences to meet the current and future challenges of the industry.
Description & Scope:
In this role, the intern will help identifying more efficient concepts for geothermal energy production and well construction. They will adapt and develop appropriate technologies to manage and optimise heat flows in a selection of highly relevant geothermal domains including the downhole system and surface facilities. The project will involve laboratory work, simulation and theoretical considerations.
Responsibilities:
Identifying, selecting and verifying suitable technology and blueprints Using data processing, analysing and interpreting methods together with an understanding of physics Planning and carrying out experimental work (ensuring compliance with highest Health, Safety and Environment standards) Liaising/co-ordinating work with other disciplines Writing and presenting technical reports and scientific publication
Qualifications:
Studying Masters in (Mechanical / Process / Civil) engineering, Physics, Geology or a related discipline Experience in processing a variety of energy data Strong analytical skills and ability to develop novel solutions to research and engineering problems Trustworthy, reliable with high integrity Team oriented with strong collaboration skills Experience in subject of heat transfer or heat exchangers Modelling systems that span multiple physical domains, such as electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and thermal systems (.: MathWorks Simscape) Programming languages for data analysis (.: Matlab, Python) 3D CAD modelling LaTeX for document preparation
