Nuclear Physicist

SLB is seeking applicants for an engineering scientist position in the domain of nuclear physics with specific emphasis on particle transport in electric fields. The primary focus is fit-for-purpose generators such as the pulsed neutron generator (PNG). The position spans both experiment and modeling toward the design, validation, and manufacturing of commercial products based on the PNG.

Nuclear measurements are critical for characterizing the Earth’s subsurface toward delivering advanced answers while logging (measuring) deep underground. SLB’s industry- leading technology is developed both for legacy oil and gas applications and to build on our leadership in the global energy transition.

As a member of our multidisciplinary team, you will have a key role in developing and implementing hardware prototypes and models based on fundamental science to solve real-world problems. You will provide physical understanding, experimental know-how, and computing skills to take advantage of nuclear measurements that span diverse spatial scales and sensing techniques. Scientists are encouraged to publish research results, to present work at conferences, and to patent innovative ideas.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Provide research and development solutions based on principles of physics and mathematical models
• Build virtual and real prototypes, products, and systems suitable for testing
• Design testing procedures, coordinate tests, and document results
• Conduct technical reviews of project requirements, specifications and risk analysis
• Assist in commercialization tasks where applicable
• Contribute to design standards
• Create and maintain product documentation
• Make presentations to technical, management, and client audiences.as needed
• Author technical reports, papers, articles and patents
• Share expertise via internal knowledge sharing methods and special interest groups. Build informal networks throughout the organization and with other industry experts including customers
• Assign, direct and review the work of technicians and junior engineers. Mentor junior team members as required
• Provide training and support to customers and field representatives as needed
• Maintain familiarity with company technology, organization and business
• Keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets; Learn new skills and practices as required to develop products that maintain SLB’s technical leadership

Qualifications & Experience:

• Ph.D. degree in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or related fields, with courses and preferably thesis work related to experiment, modeling, and analysis of nuclear radiation data.
• Strong interest in testing methods and interpretation of data. You thrive on the combination of experiment and computing to extract insights
• Fluency with programming languages such as Python, Matlab, C++, or similar. Experience with machine learning and data science is an advantage but is not required.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. You are enthusiastic and work well in a team of scientists and engineers.
• This position involves access to technology and/or data subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with these regulations.