Field Engineer - Rotating Machinery Diagnostics

Baker Hughes; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 79,490 - 170,670; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Disability programs

Tailored financial programs

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Machinery Diagnostics Field Engineer in Utah to diagnose issues on rotating machinery, perform vibration-based assessments, and provide field service across customer sites. The role emphasizes delivering clear reports and acting as a trusted advisor for equipment health.

Extensive travel (up to 70%), travel-ready credentials, and strong knowledge of vibration analysis and reliability engineering are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical preferred).
• At least 2 years of experience with large rotating equipment.
• Willing to travel up to 70% and work overtime.
• Valid driver's license and passport; TWIC eligibility.
• Ability to travel overseas and on offshore platforms.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing machinery problems based on vibration, operational data and customer communications.
• Travel to customer sites to provide supporting service.
• Completing timely reports that identify findings and provide recommendations.
• Building relationships with customers to be their trusted advisor for rotating equipment health.
• Calculating and overseeing placement of balance weights.
• Applying Health, Safety, and Environment standards and procedures.

Skills

Vibration analysis

Rotordynamic analysis

PdM data analysis

Mechanical troubleshooting

Project management

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in engineering

Mechanical Engineering preferred

Tools

Bently Nevada

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Baker Hughes is seeking a Machinery Diagnostics Field Engineer in Utah to diagnose issues on rotating machinery, perform vibration-based assessments, and provide field service across customer sites. The role emphasizes delivering clear reports and acting as a trusted advisor for equipment health.

Extensive travel (up to 70%), travel-ready credentials, and strong knowledge of vibration analysis and reliability engineering are required.