Lead Aeroderivative Mechanical Design Engineer

bakerhughes; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes in the United States is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and qualify high‑performance mechanical components and systems for aeroderivative gas turbines, ensuring thermal efficiency, structural integrity and maintainability.

You will work with cross‑functional teams across manufacturing, quality and testing to support product industrialization, perform FEM/CFD analyses, prepare specifications and drawings, and ensure compliance with ASME, API and ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Energy Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design of turbomachinery or high-temperature/high-pressure components.
• Proficiency in CAD software (NX, Creo, CATIA) and simulation tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, Fluent).
• Knowledge of high-performance materials (superalloys, ceramics, thermal coatings).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Design and 3D modeling of mechanical components for aeroderivative turbines (e.g., compressors, combustors, cooling systems)
• Perform structural and thermal analyses (FEM, CFD) to validate design robustness and reliability
• Prepare technical specifications, manufacturing drawings, and design documentation
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and testing teams to support product industrialization
• Provide technical support during assembly, testing, and commissioning phases
• Ensure compliance with international standards (ASME, API, ISO) and apply best design practices

Skills

CAD

FEM

CFD

Mechanical design

Turbomachinery

English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Energy Engineering

Tools

NX

Creo

CATIA

ANSYS

Abaqus

Fluent

Job description

Baker Hughes in the United States is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and qualify high‑performance mechanical components and systems for aeroderivative gas turbines, ensuring thermal efficiency, structural integrity and maintainability.

You will work with cross‑functional teams across manufacturing, quality and testing to support product industrialization, perform FEM/CFD analyses, prepare specifications and drawings, and ensure compliance with ASME, API and ISO standards.