Geomechanics Specialist

bakerhughes; Rio de Janeiro; On-site; BRL 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Geomechanics Specialist to lead geomechanical modeling and consulting across Brazil and Latin America. You will build models from subsurface data, run stress and pore pressure analyses, and support multidisciplinary teams to optimize reservoir performance throughout the oilfield lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in geomechanics, 5+ years in Oil & Gas, and fluency in English; Portuguese is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years of professional geomechanics experience in Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency in geomechanical model building and related software applications.

Responsibilities

• Execute geomechanical studies and consulting projects for customers across the oil and gas industry.
• Build and calibrate geomechanical models using subsurface data and event analysis.
• Perform stress constraint studies, pore pressure prediction, and wellbore stability analyses.
• Conduct rock mechanics evaluations and fracture permeability assessments.
• Analyze subsurface datasets to support technical interpretations and deliver client-ready results.
• Prepare technical reports and client deliverables; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Geomechanics

Geomechanical modeling

Stresses & pore pressure

Wellbore stability

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Master's or PhD in Geomechanics

Tools

Geomechanics software

Job description

Do you enjoy solving subsurface challenges through advanced geomechanical analysis?

Are you passionate about reservoir modeling and helping customers maximize asset performance throughout the oilfield lifecycle?

Join our team!We are the leader in well construction and production. Our innovative physical and digital solutions improve efficiency, production, and maximize reservoir value. Baker Hughes offers customers industry‑leading technologies and expertise to reduce uncertainty, improve drilling performance, and optimize field development worldwide.
Partner with the bestThe Geomechanics Specialist position is part of the Latin America organization and plays a key role in delivering technical differentiation through expertise in reservoir geomechanical modeling. In this role, you will conduct geomechanics projects in Brazil while supporting consulting activities and customer engagements across the Latin America region. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide innovative solutions that help customers better understand and manage subsurface behavior throughout the oilfield lifecycle.

As a Geomechanics Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Executing geomechanical studies and consulting projects for customers across the oil and gas industry.
• Building and calibrating geomechanical models using available subsurface data and event analysis.
• Performing stress constraint studies, pore pressure prediction, and wellbore stability analysis.
• Conducting rock mechanics evaluations, fracture permeability assessments, fault seal analysis, and sand production prediction studies.
• Analyzing image logs, caliper logs, and other subsurface datasets to support technical interpretations.
• Preparing technical reports, presentations, project documentation, and client deliverables.
• Collaborating with geoscientists, reservoir engineers, drilling engineers, and other technical professionals on multidisciplinary projects.
• Providing local technical support for regional cross‑product line initiatives.
• Supporting business development activities by building and maintaining strong technical and commercial relationships with customers.
• Maintaining frequent communication with internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Ensuring compliance with Baker Hughes quality, safety, and HSE standards.
• Contributing to the successful delivery of consulting projects throughout Brazil and Latin America.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geosciences, or a related discipline.
• Have professional experience in geomechanics with at least 5 years of experience within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Demonstrate proficiency in geomechanical model building and practical experience with geomechanics software applications.
• Be comfortable working independently as well as within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Possess strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrate effective problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Have strong project management and organizational skills.
• Have advanced English communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
• Be confident, adaptable, and capable of performing effectively in dynamic and demanding environments.

Desirable

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geomechanics, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geophysics, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting consulting projects across multiple regions or countries.
• Knowledge of integrated reservoir characterization and well construction workflows.
• Portuguese language proficiency.
• Experience interacting directly with customers and supporting business development initiatives.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong technical and analytical mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present technical findings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong customer focus and relationship‑building capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
• Self‑motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to technical excellence.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing project priorities and customer requirements.

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. Please discuss your preferred working patterns with the recruiter during the hiring process.

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.

About Us

With operations in over 120 countries, we provide better solutions for our customers and richer opportunities for our people. As a leading partner to the energy industry, we're committed to achieving net‑zero carbon emissions by 2050 and we're always looking for the right people to help us get there. People who are as passionate as we are about making energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting technologies? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Senior Engineer, Geoscience & Petroleum, Disciplinary Engineering and Science