Engineer 1, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering

Baker Hughes Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes Company seeks a Lead Design Engineer to support Upper Completions in Houston, TX. The role focuses on the design and development of advanced packer, gas lift, and flow control tools throughout the product lifecycle.

The candidate will lead engineering projects, develop drawings and calculations, and present at design reviews, collaborating with engineering, testing, and supply chain teams to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Have bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree.
• Have strong problem-solving skills with innovative approaches.
• Have proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Have experience with 3D modeling and 2D manufacturing drawings.
• Have understanding of finite element analysis (FEA) and geometry simplification.
• Have knowledge of hydraulic systems and forces.
• Have proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects within defined budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.
• Break down complex initiatives into milestones and ensure timely execution.
• Develop engineering drawings, calculations, design documentation, and test reports.
• Prepare and deliver presentations for design reviews and stage-gate approvals.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, testing personnel, and supply chain to ensure cost-effective design solutions.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure adherence to engineering processes.

Skills

3D modeling

2D drawings

FEA

Hydraulics

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Partnering with the Best

Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy‑technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain.

Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization.

With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future.

Fueling Your Passion

Baker Hughes is seeking a Lead Design Engineer to support the Upper Completions product lines in Houston, Texas.

This role is responsible for leading the design and development of advanced packer, gas lift, and flow control tools and technologies.

The successful candidate will play a key role throughout the entire product lifecycle, including concept development, prototype testing, production manufacturing, and field support.

As an Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Have lead engineering projects within defined budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.
• Have the ability to break down complex initiatives into manageable milestones and ensure timely execution.
• Have experience developing engineering drawings, calculations, design documentation, and test reports.
• Have experience preparing and delivering presentations for design reviews and stage-gate approvals.
• Have experience collaborating with engineering teams, testing personnel, and supply chain to ensure cost-effective design solutions.
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Have experience ensuring adherence to engineering processes and maintain project documentation.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Have bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree
• Have strong problem-solving skills with innovative approaches.
• Have proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Have experience with 3D modeling and 2D manufacturing drawings.
• Have understanding of finite element analysis (FEA) and geometry simplification.
• Have knowledge of hydraulic systems and forces.
• Have proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Characteristics:

• Have bachelor’s degree in engineering with 3+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree
• Have programming experience in Visual Basic or web-based languages.
• Have familiarity with SAP, TeamCenter PLM, SolidWorks, LabVIEW, and/or FEA software.
• Have experience in oilfield equipment design or operations.
• Have knowledge of one or more API standards such as API 11D1, API 14L, API 19G1, and API 19G2.
• Have experience with product development lifecycle systems and stage-gate processes.

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

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: 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.