Engineer 1, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering
About The Position
Baker Hughes is seeking a Lead Design Engineer to support its Upper Completions product lines in Houston, Texas. The role leads the design and development of packer, gas lift, and flow control tools and technologies, and contributes throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development and prototype testing through production manufacturing and field support. The engineer leads projects within defined budgets, schedules, and technical requirements; develops design documentation and test materials; contributes to design reviews and stage-gate approvals; and works with engineering, testing, supply chain, internal stakeholders, and external clients to support cost-effective designs and follow engineering processes. The internal title for this role is Engineer 1, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree.
- Strong problem-solving skills and innovative approaches.
- Proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
- Experience with 3D modeling and 2D manufacturing drawings.
- Understanding of finite element analysis (FEA) and geometry simplification.
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems and forces.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree.
- Programming experience in Visual Basic or web-based languages.
- Familiarity with SAP, TeamCenter PLM, SolidWorks, LabVIEW, and/or FEA software.
- Experience in oilfield equipment design or operations.
- Knowledge of one or more API standards, such as API 11D1, API 14L, API 19G1, and API 19G2.
- Experience with product development lifecycle systems and stage-gate processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead engineering projects within defined budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.
- Break complex initiatives into manageable milestones and ensure timely execution.
- Develop engineering drawings, calculations, design documentation, and test reports.
- Prepare and deliver presentations for design reviews and stage-gate approvals.
- Collaborate with engineering teams, testing personnel, and supply chain to ensure cost-effective design solutions.
- Communicate and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external clients.
- Ensure adherence to engineering processes and maintain project documentation.
- Support design and development of packer, gas lift, and flow control tools and technologies across the product lifecycle, including concept development, prototype testing, production manufacturing, and field support.
Benefits
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
- Comprehensive private medical care options.
- Life insurance and disability programs.
- Tailored financial programs.
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits.
- Eligibility to participate in Company-sponsored health and welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k).
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
- Eligibility for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses, subject to applicable benefit plans or policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
