Good place for advancement - Field Engineer SLB Employee Review

5.0
Jul 16, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

You get what you put in with Schlumberger, if you put in the hours and effort there is great opportunity for advancement. Pay is good in the good times.

Cons

Not a safe place to work if you aren't a top performer. Pay is poor in the down times. Work life balance is very poor.

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Pros

Work life balance is great

Cons

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5.0
Jun 12, 2026
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Pros

Excellent technical and operational training, especially for engineers and field personnel.

Cons

During drilling, completion, or intervention jobs, shifts can extend well beyond scheduled hours.

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