CEOR Group Leader

Disclaimer SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration. Position ​RD&E Group Leader for our Chemically Enhanced Oil Recovery (CEOR) Technology team in Sugar Land, TX. Responsible for developing and deploying innovative technology solutions to achieve recovery related business objectives. Reports to the CEOR Technology Manager for the PCT Technology team and works in close collaboration with global business, technology, NPD, marketing, and sales counterparts to ensure inter‑team and global connectivity. What’s in it For You You will join a growing company offering competitive pay and benefits, access to best‑in‑class resources, tools, and technology, opportunity for a long‑term advanced career path, and a culture that values safety first, including training and personal protection. Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents are available from day one. What You Will Do Lead the CEOR Technology team, ensuring all members perform their duties safely, efficiently, and in alignment with quality standards while fostering innovation and continuous technical and professional growth. Lead and coordinate technology resources both on the direct team in Sugar Land, TX and globally in other locations in accordance with business strategy, needs, and impact. Develop organizational talent and succession plans and provide ongoing coaching and mentoring for staff. Own the strategy for team and organizational development, including safety and employee engagement. Ensure ongoing external awareness of technology, competitors, and emerging and disruptive opportunities. Engage directly with requestors to clarify needs, define project scope, and ensure alignment of expectations. Maintain clear and consistent communication with team members to support effective and efficient daily operations. Recruit, onboard, and train new team members as needed to support team growth and capability development. Promote a culture of safety by modeling safe work practices and identifying opportunities for continuous safety improvement. Manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, ensuring timely and high‑quality deliverables. Actively participate in the broader RD&E community to contribute to business growth and cross‑functional collaboration. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field with 4 years of relevant work experience, or M.S. with 6 years of relevant work experience, or B.S. with 10 years of relevant work experience. Track record of successful technology development, new product/service launch and leveraging of external technology. Proven ability to motivate and lead individuals as part of a high‑performing team. Strong commitment to safety, including safe handling of chemicals and equipment, and promoting a safe work environment for colleagues and self. Excellent time management skills and organizational skills. Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, both within and outside the business. Proficient knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Preferred Qualifications Previous supervisory experience. Experience with enhanced oil recovery methods/business. Experience with specialty chemicals in the oil & gas industry. Physical Demands Role is deemed safety‑sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodation 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 or 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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Schlumberger Limited