Principal, Disciplinary Engineering and Science - Geoscience & Petroleum

Baker Hughes Company; Dubai Emirate; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Private medical care

Life insurance

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Baker Hughes Company seeks a Senior Principal, Geoscience & Petroleum to lead integrated subsurface studies, asset evaluations, and due diligence for upstream assets. You will guide multidisciplinary teams and engage with clients on strategic opportunities.

The role requires 15+ years of experience, a Master’s in Geophysics or related field, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive commercial and technical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in geophysics, geoscience, earth sciences or related field.
• Minimum 15+ years in oil & gas, energy consulting or upstream petroleum.
• Experience in asset evaluation, technical/commercial due diligence and reserves assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated subsurface evaluations using seismic, geological and reservoir data.
• Conduct due diligence for M&A, farm-ins, investments and asset divestments.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure project delivery within scope and budget.
• Support clients with investment decisions, proposals and technical presentations.

Skills

Geophysics analysis

Asset evaluation

Due diligence

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Geophysics

Tools

Geoscience interpretation software

Job description

Are you passionate about being part of a successful team? Would you like the opportunity to work for a world class oilfield services company? Join our team! We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated person with a strong background in Geophysics, Asset Evaluation, and Due Diligence Studies to support oil and gas, energy, and subsurface consulting projects. The successful candidate will combine technical expertise with proven project management capabilities to lead multidisciplinary teams, evaluate upstream assets, conduct commercial and technical due diligence, and provide strategic recommendations to clients, investors, and stakeholders.

Partner with the best:

As a Principal, Disciplinary Engineering and Science, you will be responsible for:

Technical Leadership

Lead and execute integrated subsurface evaluations utilizing geophysical, geological, petrophysical, reservoir engineering, and production data. Interpret and integrate seismic, well, and field performance data to assess hydrocarbon potential and asset value. Provide technical oversight for asset evaluations covering exploration, appraisal, development, and producing assets. Review reserves and resources estimates in accordance with industry standards and reporting guidelines. Identify uncertainties, risks, opportunities, and value drivers associated with upstream energy assets.

Due Diligence & Asset Evaluation

Lead technical due diligence studies for mergers and acquisitions (M&A), farm-ins/farm-outs, investments, financing, and asset divestments. Evaluate field development plans, reserves, production forecasts, and subsurface risks. Assess data quality, technical assumptions, development concepts, and project economics. Prepare independent assessments and recommendations for investors, operators, financial institutions, and regulatory stakeholders. Support commercial teams in asset screening and investment decision-making.

Project Management

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and schedule. Develop project execution plans, resource requirements, risk registers, and stakeholder communication plans. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams comprising geophysicists, geologists, reservoir engineers, production engineers, and economists. Monitor project progress and proactively manage technical and commercial risks. Ensure compliance with company quality assurance procedures and project governance requirements.

Client & Business Development

Support act as a primary point of contact for clients throughout project execution. Participate in proposal preparation, technical presentations, and client workshops. Support business development activities by identifying new opportunities and maintaining strong client relationships. Contribute to thought leadership, technical publications, and industry conferences.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Education Master's Degree (minimum requirement) in Geophysics, Geoscience, Earth Sciences, Petroleum Geoscience, or a related discipline.
• Experience Minimum 15+ years of experience in the oil and gas, energy consulting, or upstream petroleum industry.
• Demonstrated experience in: Asset evaluation studies Technical and commercial due diligence studies Reserves and resources assessments Field development planning support Integrated subsurface studies Project management of multidisciplinary teams.
• Technical Competencies Strong understanding of: Seismic interpretation and geophysical analysis Geological and reservoir characterization Reserves and resource evaluation methodologies Uncertainty and risk assessment Petroleum economics and value assessment Upstream asset lifecycle management Familiarity with industry standards and reporting frameworks. Experience using industry software for geoscience interpretation and integrated asset evaluation.
• Project Management Skills Proven ability to manage complex projects and multidisciplinary teams. Strong planning, budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing client-facing consulting assignments. Knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Key Competencies Strategic thinking and commercial awareness Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent report writing and presentation skills Client relationship management Leadership and team coordination Negotiation and influencing skills Risk management and decision-making Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Preferred Certifications PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent project management certification. Professional memberships with relevant industry organizations (SEG, EAGE, SPE, AAPG, etc.).

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive Working with us Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other. Working for you Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect: Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities Comprehensive private medical care options Safety net of life insurance and disability programs Tailored financial programs Additional elected or voluntary benefits The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Principal, Geoscience & Petroleum, Disciplinary Engineering and Science At Baker Hughes, we are transforming the future of energy. With operations in over 120 countries, we are developing and deploying industry-leading technologies and services to take energy forward. For more than a century, our inventions have revolutionized energy. Today, we are bringing our expertise to make oil and gas safer, cleaner, and more efficient. Our people are the trusted experts, relied on to solve customer challenges big and small. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other. We believe in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion, without bias. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We're makers, inventors, and leaders who aren't afraid of the tough challenges. We believe pushing boundaries will help to lead the way for a new energy future.