Laurent Alteirac

Laurent Alteirac is Enabling Technology Development Manager at SLB, based in Houston, Texas.
He focuses on identifying, developing, and industrializing emerging technologies that strengthen SLB’s portfolio across all divisions and product lines.
In his role, Laurent leads cross‑disciplinary technology development portfolios spanning advanced materials, high‑temperature electronics, digital engineering, simulation‑driven design, additive manufacturing, and AI‑enabled engineering workflows.
He works at the intersection of R&D, business lines, startups, suppliers, and academic partners, translating early‑stage innovation into deployable, value‑creating solutions.
He regularly supports executive decision‑making by preparing technology roadmaps, investment plan, and impact‑focused reviews for senior leadership.
Known for a data‑driven, execution‑oriented leadership style, Laurent emphasizes digital transformation, disciplined experimentation, and measurable business impact.
He is also a strong advocate for psychological safety, effective collaboration, and structured innovation processes within globally distributed technical teams. He has been working in SLB for 25 years.