Field Specialist IV

Baker Hughes Inc.; Pau; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical care

Life Insurance

Disability programs

Professional development

Job summary

Baker Hughes in Pau, France, is seeking a Field Specialist IV - ESP to lead installation, commissioning, troubleshooting and optimization of ESP systems. You will oversee field crews, perform diagnostics, and drive performance improvements while ensuring HSE compliance and customer satisfaction.

The role requires hands-on experience with ESP equipment, VSD platforms, and the ability to mentor junior technicians. Willingness to travel and work shifts is essential.

Qualifications

• Senior technical expert in ESP systems and artificial lift operations.
• Experience leading field installations, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and engineering docs.
• Strong mentoring and customer-facing capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESP installation, commissioning, startup, and retrieval operations.
• Supervise field crews during ESP deployment and setup.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Monitor and optimize artificial lift performance through data analysis.
• Configure VSDs, transformers, and automation systems.
• Provide technical guidance to customers and support teams.
• Mentor junior Field Specialists and Technicians.

Skills

ESP systems

Artificial Lift

VSD platforms

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Field leadership

Customer-facing

Data analysis

MS Office

Tools

Advantage VSD

Toshiba VSD

Triol VSD

MS Office

Job description

Field Specialist IV

Would you like the opportunity to work for a world-class Oilfield Services company?

Do you enjoy leading complex field operations and solving technical challenges?

Join our Artificial Lift Systems (ALS) Team

At Baker Hughes, our Artificial Lift Systems business delivers advanced Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) technology to maximize production and enhance operational efficiency for our customers. Our team provides industry-leading expertise in ESP installation, commissioning, optimization, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management for both onshore and offshore operations.

Partner with the Best

As a Field Specialist IV - ESP , you will serve as a senior technical expert responsible for leading ESP installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization activities. You will provide technical guidance to field personnel, support customer operations, and ensure safe and efficient execution of field services while maintaining the highest standards of quality, integrity, and HSE compliance.

As a Field Specialist IV - ESP, you will be responsible for:

• Leading installation, commissioning, startup, and retrieval operations of Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) systems and associated surface equipment.

• Supervising field crews during ESP deployment, cable banding, tubing installation, and surface equipment setup.

• Conducting advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis of downhole and surface equipment failures.

• Performing system diagnostics, testing, and performance verification to maximize well productivity and ESP run life.

• Monitoring and optimizing artificial lift system performance through well surveillance and data analysis.

• Configuring, commissioning, and maintaining Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), transformers, switchboards, and automation systems.

• Providing technical expertise and recommendations to customers regarding system performance, reliability, and operational improvements.

• Leading maintenance, repair, and refurbishment activities for ESP equipment, motors, protectors, cables, sensors, and related accessories.

• Ensuring compliance with company HSE standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

• Supporting contract engineering, application engineering, and operations teams during project planning and execution.

• Preparing technical reports, failure analyses, service documentation, and customer presentations.

• Mentoring and coaching junior Field Specialists and Technicians to improve technical competency and operational excellence.

• Supporting new technology implementation, field trials, and product improvement initiatives.

Fuel Your Passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have experience in Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) systems and Artificial Lift operations.

• Have experience in a senior field specialist, commissioning, or technical leadership role.

• Demonstrate strong expertise in ESP installation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, optimization, and failure analysis.

• Have hands-on experience with Variable Speed Drive (VSD) platforms such as Advantage, Toshiba, Triol, or equivalent systems.

• Possess strong knowledge of well surveillance, production optimization, and artificial lift performance monitoring.

• Have experience with downhole diagnostics, insulation testing, motor analysis, and electrical troubleshooting.

• Be capable of interpreting electrical schematics, technical drawings, and engineering documentation.

• Demonstrate strong customer-facing skills with the ability to provide technical consultation and operational recommendations.

• Have excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring capabilities.

• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and technical reporting tools.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to HSE, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Be willing to travel and work on rotational or offshore assignments as required.

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.

• This role may require rotational, offshore, onshore, or shift-based work schedules depending on business and customer requirements.

• Flexible working patterns may be available where operationally feasible.

Working with Us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their 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

Join us and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.

• Comprehensive private medical care options.

• Life insurance and disability programs.

• Tailored financial programs.

• Additional voluntary and elected benefits.

• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.

• Exposure to advanced ESP and Artificial Lift technologies across global operations.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: FIELD SPEC IV - ALS

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! Lets 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.