Lead Engineer, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering

Baker Hughes; Minden (NV); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare programs

401k / Thrift Plan

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Mental Health resources

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Lead Engineer, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering to steer design, analysis, and evaluation across product development. You will apply solid mechanical engineering principles and lead cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet performance and reliability goals.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 3 years in mechanical components, with strong communication and leadership skills to influence stakeholders and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of mechanical components experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Experience leading initiatives of moderate scope.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem identification and solution development.
• Analytical and organizational capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of assigned projects while adhering to engineering standards, business practices, and product requirements.
• Apply mechanical and/or electrical engineering principles to support product development, performance improvement, and technology advancement initiatives.
• Develop new engineering solutions independently, under guidance, or as part of a collaborative engineering team.
• Work closely with business leadership at SPB and EB levels to understand requirements and align engineering solutions with business objectives.
• Define project needs, communicating engineering approaches, and presenting technical findings and research outcomes.
• Deliver products and technical solutions through participation in cross‑functional teams.
• Lead analytical and design activities using proven technologies, established methodologies, and engineering best practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, reliability, manufacturability, and operational performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, manufacturing, and commercial teams to achieve project objectives and business goals.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Mechanical experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Project coordination

Problem solving

Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Do you enjoy leading engineering design activities that drive innovation and product performance?

Are you passionate about solving complex mechanical engineering challenges while collaborating across functions to deliver impactful solutions?

Join our Team!

Baker Hughes is recognized as a global energy technology company serving customers across more than 120 countries. Our Engineering and Product Development teams are creating innovative technologies that improve reliability, efficiency, and performance across energy and industrial applications. Through technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous innovation, we are delivering products that help customers solve their most challenging operational problems.

Partnering with the best

As a Lead Engineer, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering, you are executing engineering design, analysis, and evaluation activities that support product development and business objectives. You are applying sound engineering principles to develop innovative solutions while collaborating with technical experts, business leaders, and cross‑functional teams. You are driving engineering excellence through analytical problem-solving, technical leadership, and effective communication across the organization.

As a Lead Engineer, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering, you are responsible for:

• Executing the design, analysis, and evaluation of assigned projects while adhering to engineering standards, business practices, and product requirements.
• Applying mechanical and/or electrical engineering principles to support product development, performance improvement, and technology advancement initiatives.
• Developing new engineering solutions independently, under guidance, or as part of a collaborative engineering team.
• Working closely with business leadership at SPB and EB levels to understand requirements and align engineering solutions with business objectives.
• Defining project needs, communicating engineering approaches, and presenting technical findings and research outcomes.
• Delivering products and technical solutions through participation in cross‑functional teams.
• Leading analytical and design activities using proven technologies, established methodologies, and engineering best practices.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, reliability, manufacturability, and operational performance.
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, quality, manufacturing, and commercial teams to achieve project objectives and business goals.

Fuel Your Passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Engineering or Technology).
• Have a minimum of 3 additional years of experience in Mechanical Components and engineering‑related activities.
• Have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Have strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Have the ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Have experience leading initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
• Have the ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Have effective problem identification and solution development skills.
• Have proven analytical and organizational abilities.

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. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

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 Education Assistance
• Generous Parental Leave
• Mental Health resources
• Dependent Care
• Additional elected or voluntary benefit

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.

The annual pay scale for this position is between $83,630.00 - $155,350.00.

Candidates for this role (office-based/ hybrid/ remote) must be located in or near the locations displayed above. The pay range/scale displayed above represents Baker Hughes’ good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum for this position at the time of this posting and applies to the possible locations for this position. Baker Hughes will issue a non-bias competitive offer; the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hires, full-time salaries in some U.S. locations, not including equity or benefits. Where an applicant will ultimately fall within the pay range/scale depends on a variety of factors, including, for example, geographic work location, skillset, qualifications, internal pay alignment, level of experience, and demonstrated performance over time. Please keep in mind that the range stated above is the full base salary range for the role and does not include other forms of compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the pay range for this position during the hiring process.

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: Engineering Specialist - Mechanical Engineering

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.