ARMO Senior Technician

Baker Hughes Company; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Disability programs

401k/Thrift Plan

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking an Electromechanical Technician – Downhole Tools to assemble, test, and qualify high‑pressure downhole equipment in HPHT environments. You will work with electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems to ensure tool readiness and reliability in collaboration with engineering, quality, and field service teams.

This role requires an AAS/AS or equivalent, 7–10 years of hands‑on experience, ability to read schematics, and proficiency with test equipment.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years hands-on electromechanical/hydraulic experience.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with downhole tools or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair downhole electronic assemblies including PCBs, sensors, telemetry modules, power systems, and wiring harnesses.
• Assemble, disassemble, inspect, and repair mechanical tool components including housings, bearings, shafts, seals, fasteners, and connectors.
• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot hydraulic systems such as valves, pistons, actuators, and pressure chambers.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and system-level functional testing using standard test equipment and fixtures.
• Conduct pressure, leak, and environmental testing to verify tool performance and compliance with specifications.
• Diagnose nonconformances and failures, support root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with QMS and HSE requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and field service teams to support tool readiness.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, and efficiency.

Skills

Electromechanical systems

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Education

AS/AAS in Electromechanical Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Test fixtures

Job description

Delivering High‑Quality Downhole Tool Performance Through Technical Expertise and Precision Do you enjoy working with advanced downhole technology and hands‑on electromechanical systems? Join our Team! Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving customers across more than 120 countries. Our Oilfield Services & Equipment business delivers innovative tools and services that enable safe, reliable, and efficient operations in challenging environments. Our teams combine mechanical, electronic, and hydraulic expertise to support high‑performance downhole systems used in drilling, evaluation, and intervention. Partnering with the best The Electromechanical Technician – Downhole Tools plays a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and high‑quality delivery of complex downhole tools. You will apply hands‑on technical skills across electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems to assemble, test, troubleshoot, and qualify tools designed for high‑pressure, high‑temperature (HPHT) environments. Working closely with engineering, quality, and field service teams, you will help maintain tool readiness and support continuous improvement across operations

As an Electromechanical Technician – Downhole Tools, you will be responsible for:

• Assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair downhole electronic assemblies including PCBs, sensors, telemetry modules, power systems, and wiring harnesses.
• Assemble, disassemble, inspect, and repair mechanical tool components including housings, bearings, shafts, seals, fasteners, and connectors.
• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot hydraulic systems such as valves, pistons, actuators, and pressure chambers.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and system‑level functional testing using standard test equipment and fixtures.
• Conduct pressure, leak, and environmental testing to verify tool performance and compliance with specifications.
• Diagnose nonconformances and failures, support root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Baker Hughes Quality Management System (QMS) and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation, inspection records, and component traceability.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and field service teams to support tool readiness and reliability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, and efficiency.

Fuel your passion To be successful in this role you will:

• Associate degree (AAS/AS) in Electromechanical Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related discipline OR equivalent technical training and career experience.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of hands‑on experience with electromechanical, hydraulic, and downhole tool or similar systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures, and test documentation.
• Working knowledge of electronic test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with standard measuring tools and torque‑controlled assembly.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and test data entry.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, safety‑critical manufacturing or service environment.

Desired Characteristics

• Wireline downhole tool maintenance or manufacturing experience.
• Experience with data analytics, Excel, SAP, MS Office, Outlook, and other database applications.
• IPC certifications (IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001).
• Experience with HPHT or oilfield downhole tools.
• Hydraulic systems training or certification.
• Lean, Six Sigma, 6S, or continuous improvement experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to mentor junior technicians.
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and safety‑first mindset.

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. 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.

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

Additional Notes

This position requires current work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to provide or continue work authorization sponsorship for this role. 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: ARMO Tech - Electro Mech V

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.