GTS Digital - Technical Proposals Application Engineer M /F/D

Baker Hughes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 49,793 - 67,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contemporary work-life balance

Comprehensive private medical care

Life insurance and disability programs

Tailored financial programs

Additional elected or voluntary benefit

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Technical Proposals Application Engineer to lead technical proposals during commercial cycles. You will define scope, coordinate with sales, and ensure technically sound, commercially viable solutions that drive customer value.

The role requires collaboration across global teams, strong communication, and an enthusiasm for digital technologies and AI in energy transition. Travel may be needed to support customer engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Interest in new technologies, digitalization and AI.
• Familiarity with or interest in Oil & Gas rotating equipment.
• Willingness to travel as needed, including short-notice trips.
• Strong English written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in a global environment and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the Commercial Manager, Solution Architects and Digital Sales Team during deal negotiations, defining the technical scope.
• Analyzing technical specifications, tenders and RFQs, evaluating the scope of supply and risk factors.
• Defining and preparing comprehensive Scopes of Work, including product optimization, digital solutions and training programs.
• Developing cost estimates and managing cost control for all proposed technical services and solutions.
• Identifying, assessing and mitigating technical implementation risks throughout the proposal process.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

AI interest

Oil & Gas equipment knowledge

Willingness to travel

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Job description

Do you enjoy working with cutting‑edge technology?

Would you like to help shape the future of our global energy?

Join our Team!

GTS Digital is part of the IET Gas Technology Services Division of Baker Hughes and operates at the forefront of technological innovation to support Energy Transition. With a pivotal role in reshaping the Energy Equation, GTS Digital brings together a broad portfolio of capabilities, including Digital Services, Advanced Engineering, and Customer Training. Our mission is to deliver a powerful combination of engineering expertise and advanced technology solutions to our customers. By integrating Baker Hughes’ OEM knowledge with cutting‑edge digital capabilities, we create differentiated value propositions that help customers achieve key performance objectives—such as improved efficiency, enhanced productivity, and reduced emissions. We also design commercial models that directly link rewards to the achievement of these KPIs, ensuring measurable impact and shared success.

Partner with the best

The Technical Proposals Application Engineer plays a critical role within the KS Commercial Team, serving as the technical lead throughout the commercial lifecycle. The position is responsible for developing and managing comprehensive technical proposals, defining project scope, technical deliverables, and cost estimates. Working in close partnership with sales, commercial, and engineering teams, the Technical Proposals Application Engineer provides technical guidance during customer engagements, supports proposal and contract negotiations, and helps ensure commercially viable and technically sound solutions that drive business success.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Collaborating closely with the Commercial Manager, Solution Architects and Digital Sales Team during deal negotiations, with a primary focus on the definition and preparation of the technical scope.
• Analyzing technical specifications, tenders, and Requests for Quotation (RFQs), evaluating the scope of supply and identifying technical and commercial risk factors.
• Defining and preparing comprehensive Scopes of Work, including product and unit optimization, digital solutions, training programs, advanced engineering services, project schedules, industrial schemes, and performance calculations.
• Developing cost estimates and managing cost control for all proposed technical services and solutions.
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating technical implementation risks, ensuring effective risk management throughout the proposal development process.
• Engaging with relevant internal functions to address deviations, clarify technical requirements, and respond to specific customer requests, optimizing proposal quality and responsiveness.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement and maintenance of Inquiry-to-Order (ITO) processes, tools, and best practices in collaboration with Global Technical Sales (GTS) counterparts.

Fuel your passion

• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related technical discipline.
• Interest in new technologies, digitalization and application of Artificial Intelligence
• Familiarity with, or a strong interest in, Oil & Gas rotating equipment.
• A passion for working in a global environment and supporting energy transition.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Flexibility to travel as business needs require, including occasional short-notice travel.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management capabilities.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coordination skills.

Work in a way that works for you

• Working flexible hours – flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

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

• 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

The initial pay range for this position will be EUR 43,599.34 To 59,400

The provisions of Contratto Collettivo Industria Metalmeccanica e della installazione di impianti will be applied to this position. Section VI – Titolo IV of that collective bargaining agreement relates to pay

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Sales Specialist - Proposals

About Us:

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us:

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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