Engineering Senior Specialist - Customer Project Engineering

Baker Hughes; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes in Australia seeks a Senior FEA Engineer to independently tackle advanced finite element analyses for diverse client projects. You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and deliver clear technical reports and presentations on analysis results.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least 7 years using ANSYS or Abaqus, with strong communication, metals knowledge, and willingness to travel internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 7 years’ experience with ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar FEA software.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of metals and their damage mechanisms.
• CPEng and/or RPEQ accreditation is favorable.
• Experience with fracture mechanics and FFS is highly favorable.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct advanced FEA analyses for diverse clients and industries.
• Mentor other engineers in FEA methods and practices.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, metallurgists and clients to define project scopes.
• Write and deliver technical reports and presentations communicating results and recommendations.
• Contribute to FEA process improvement by creating tools and new methods; develop best practices.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Metals knowledge

Fracture mechanics

FFS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior FEA Engineer to join our team. As a Senior FEA Engineer, you will be responsible for working independently on complex engineering problems and delivering high-quality FEA solutions to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct advanced FEA analyses to solve complex engineering problems for a wide range of clients and industries
• Mentor other engineers in FEA methods and practices
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, metallurgists and clients to understand project requirements and develop project scopes
• Write and deliver technical reports and presentations that clearly communicate analysis results and recommendations
• Contribute to FEA process improvement, including creating tools and new methods, developing best practices, and identifying areas for process optimization.

To be successful in this role you will

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience with ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar FEA software
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of metals and their damage mechanisms
• CPEng and/or RPEQ accreditation is favorable
• Experience with fracture mechanics and FFS is highly favorable
• Be willing and able to travel as and when required both domestically and internationally.

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 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 programsAdditional elected or voluntary benefits

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Engineering Senior Specialist - Customer Project Engineering

About Us

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward - making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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