Applications Engineer – Refinery Process Engineering
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Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£45,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2125 is an eligible occupation, but we classified this role with low confidence (54% match). If the code is right — and SLB is a licensed sponsor — it should qualify, but double-check the occupation eligibility rules against the actual role.
About the role
The Applications Engineer will play a critical role in providing technical sales support and driving optimization solutions for SLB’s process equipment and technologies. This position focuses on oil, water, and gas treatment systems at surface facilities and refineries. The role involves conducting audits, identifying optimization opportunities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that enhance production efficiency, equipment reliability, and product quality.
This is a customer-facing role requiring a strong technical background, excellent client interaction skills, and the ability to travel extensively within Europe, with travel requirements of up to 50%.
The role offers flexibility in terms of location within the UK, with Crawley and Aberdeen being the preferred locations.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide qualified technical sales support to the sales team for marketing and sales activities, as well as to operations for technical support as required.
- Interact with customers and sales representatives to understand customer needs and product applications.
- Evaluate customer support issues and maintain a positive perception of SLB’s support structure.
- Prepare technical samples, designs, and presentations to provide supportive technical data tailored to customer needs.
- Participate in sales support-related conferences, trade shows, workshops, and meetings to stay updated on industry developments.
- Conduct facility performance audits across crude oil, gas, water, and sand management systems to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and optimization opportunities.
- Support technical sales activities by preparing customized proposals, technical clarifications, and solution strategies aligned with client needs and industry standards.
Essential Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience in operations and maintenance of refineries or oil and gas plants. Offshore experience operating process equipment can also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
- Field or offshore experience with process equipment is highly valued.
- Strong client-facing skills, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to help clients.
- Familiarity with separation technologies and process equipment.
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, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Where this offer sits in the market
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Not necessarily. SLB holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2125 going rate of £45,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.