Mechanical Design Engineer

2909 Baker Hughes Technology AS; Stavanger; On-site; NOK 750,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Private medical care

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tailored financial programs

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Baker Hughes in Stavanger seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a cutting-edge engineering team focused on downhole tools and wireline systems. You will design, analyze, prototype, test, and qualify energy products throughout the lifecycle, collaborating with global teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred), CAD expertise (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, NX), and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred) from an accredited university.
• Experience with downhole tools, wireline, drilling, intervention, completions, or related oilfield equipment is advantageous.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, NX.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with structured root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and develop wireline tools and mechanical systems from concept through commercialization.
• Execute engineering activities following sound engineering principles and company standards.
• Perform mechanical analyses including stress, fatigue, vibration, and tolerance stack-up studies.
• Develop and review drawings, 3D models, BOMs, and technical documentation.
• Support design verification, testing, qualification, and root-cause investigations.

Skills

Mechanical design

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Inventor

NX

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer Do you enjoy being part of a successful team? Would you enjoy designing innovative energy products? Join our cutting-edge Engineering team At Baker Hughes Technology, you will work in a dynamic environment where ideas are transformed into reality. Based in Moseidveien, Stavanger, you will have opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to the next generation of well intervention technology supporting a sustainable future.

You will influence every stage of the product lifecycle, from concept development and design through assembly, testing, qualification, and commercialization. You will work alongside a highly experienced and inspiring engineering team. Partner with the Best As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will contribute to the development of new technologies and sustain existing products on a project-by-project basis. This role involves mechanical design, engineering analysis, prototyping, product qualification, testing, and commercialization activities.

Key Responsibilities

Design, analyze, and develop wireline tools and mechanical systems from concept through commercialization. Execute engineering activities using sound engineering principles, business standards, and established procedures. Conduct mechanical analyses including: Stress analysis Fatigue analysis Vibration analysis Tolerance stack-up studies Reliability assessments Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Develop and review engineering drawings, 3D models, product specifications, calculations, bills of materials, and technical documentation. Participate in design verification and qualification testing, including environmental, functional, reliability, and field validation testing. Write test procedures, conduct testing activities, analyze results, and prepare technical reports. Support root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions for product failures, manufacturing issues, and reliability concerns. Contribute to sustaining engineering efforts, cost reduction projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and obsolescence management. Collaborate with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality, Reliability, AMO, Service Delivery, Product Management, HSE, and Commercial teams. Participate in technical design reviews and product qualification activities. Ensure compliance with engineering standards, HSE requirements, regulatory requirements, and quality processes.

Fuel Your Passion

To be successful in this role, you will: Hold a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university. Have relevant engineering experience. Experience with downhole tools, wireline, drilling, intervention, completions, or related oilfield equipment is advantageous. Demonstrate knowledge of: Mechanical design Material selection Manufacturing processes Product qualification Be proficient in CAD software such as: SolidWorks Creo Inventor NX Be capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to root-cause analysis. Maintain a customer-focused mindset and understand how engineering decisions support business objectives. Display a continuous improvement mindset and commitment to: Safety Quality Compliance Integrity Technical excellence Be able to perform engineering assignments with guidance from senior engineers and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary project teams. Possess strong verbal and written communication skills and work effectively within global teams. Preferably be fluent in both Norwegian and English.

Work in a Way That Works for You

Baker Hughes recognizes that everyone works differently and offers flexible working arrangements, including: Flexible working hours. The ability to adjust your daily schedule to maximize productivity and support work-life balance.

Working with Us

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Baker Hughes invests in employee growth, engagement, wellbeing, leadership development, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.

Working for You

Baker Hughes offers a competitive rewards package that includes: Work-life balance and wellbeing programs. Comprehensive private medical care. Life insurance and disability coverage. Tailored financial programs. Additional elective and voluntary benefits.

Job Details

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Engineer 1, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering 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.