Fluid Separation Scientist

Baker Hughes•Sugar Land, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Baker Hughes is a global energy technology leader delivering advanced chemical and process solutions across the energy value chain. Our Production Chemicals organization supports customers by applying deep chemistry expertise, field experience, and innovative technologies to improve production efficiency, reliability, and safety. We are committed to operational excellence, customer success, and sustainable business growth. As the Fluids Separation Scientist, you will play a critical role in supporting global business growth of the fluids separation portfolio. You will work with the global team of fluids separation application experts and scientists, providing strong technical and commercial recommendations that meet customer needs and support business growth. This role provides global technical support in fluids separation opportunities, requiring strategic resourcing to support both sustaining activities and MUST WIN growth initiatives. You will help drive product innovation and ensure the right expertise is in place to support global growth priorities.

Requirements

Have experience in production chemicals technology gained through field operations and/or technology environments, typically over 5-10 years.
Have Bachelor's degree in a Scientific Discipline or Chemical Engineering.
Demonstrate expertise in fluids separation field application selection and troubleshooting, supported by knowledge of production chemistry solutions.
Demonstrate an innovative mindset with the ability to influence and support R&D and product development strategies.
Be capable of collaborating effectively across a global matrix organization.
Have knowledge of laboratory and field application SOPs related to fluids separation product selection.
Have strong understanding of HSE compliance requirements for field operations and laboratory environments.
Have knowledge of oilfield chemicals product lines, applications, and technologies.
Have specialized knowledge of fluids separation chemical products, application techniques, and field‑based selection methodologies.
Team Player and Motivated, self-starter
Value‑selling capability aligned to technical differentiation.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to multi-task to work on multiple projects
Ability to work effectively under strict deadlines in dynamic environments.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
Work independently at times, as well as being a function part of a team to complete large projects.
This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.

Responsibilities

May participate in customer interface with team leader
Providing technical product support and service
Analyzing data and communicate results through presentation and documentation to various groups
Traveling to field to implement recommendations made as a result of testing
Helping develop and test new products with senior scientists
Handling special projects as assigned
Willingness to travel globally up to 80% of the time
Establishing and reinforcing a strong HSE culture, ensuring compliance with laboratory and field operational SOPs.
Collaborating with regional Service Delivery teams to ensure disciplined project management and execution support for strategic opportunities.
Providing technical input to support tender preparation and commercial proposals when required.
Supporting additional special projects and ad‑hoc initiatives aligned with business needs.

Benefits

Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
Comprehensive private medical care options
Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial programs
Education assistance
Generous parental leave
Mental health resources
Dependent care support
Additional elected or voluntary benefits
Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k).
Choice of coverage options that best suit your needs.
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.