Applications Engineering

Baker Hughes Company; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes Company in Oklahoma City is seeking an Applications Engineer to support the North America Land Drill Bits organization by delivering technical insights, applications analysis, and product recommendations that drive performance and revenue.

You will collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Technology teams to optimize bit selection, support field execution, provide repair approvals, and ensure service quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• 4+ years of technical field experience in drilling or drill bits preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills requested.

Responsibilities

• Partner with field operations and sales to deliver technical value and performance insights.
• Provide post‑sales technical support, including run analysis and troubleshooting.
• Conduct detailed applications analysis to optimize bit selection and drilling performance.
• Approve drill bit repairs and support new product development.

Skills

Field engineering

Technical communication

Problem solving

Customer focus

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Applications Engineering Do you want to help customers drill faster, safer, and more efficiently? Are you looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise with customer‑facing impact? Partnering with the best As an Applications Engineer, you will support the North America Land Drill Bits organization by delivering technical insights, applications analysis, and product recommendations that drive performance and revenue. You will collaborate closely with Sales, Operations, and Technology teams to optimize bit selection, support field execution, and contribute to new product development. You will also provide repair approvals and technical support to ensure service quality and customer satisfaction.

Fueling your passion

• Partnering with field operations and sales to deliver technical value and performance insights to customers
• Providing post‑sales technical support, including performance reviews, run analysis, and customer troubleshooting
• Conducting detailed applications analysis to optimize bit selection and drilling performance
• Approving drill bit repairs and ensuring compliance with technical standards
• Collaborating with Technology teams to support new product development, testing, and launch activities
• Documenting and communicating technical findings to internal stakeholders and customers
• Supporting field operations with technical recommendations and best practices
• Promoting strong customer relationships through professional communication and service quality

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university or college
• Have 4+ years of technical field experience, preferably in drilling or drill bits
• Have demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Have the ability to analyze and resolve technical problems in fast‑paced environments
• Have the ability to document, plan, and execute technical programs effectively
• Have strong customer focus and the ability to influence stakeholders

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way people want to work varies. In this role, we can offer the following working pattern:

• Monday – Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM (with field or customer visits as required)
• Willingness to provide on‑call troubleshooting and technical support for field personnel and sales teams (after hours)
• Ability to travel to for customers interactions, technical training, and internal meetings ( up to 10%)

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are stronger when our people are developed, engaged, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We invest in wellbeing, capability development, and leadership growth across all levels.

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.

What 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

This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time. You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans. This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies. The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Services Senior Specialist - Applications 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.