Lead Engineer - (SPC New Product Development), Houston, TX
Houston, TX 
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Posted 10 days ago
Job Description

Are you passionate, design curious and creative?

Are you a Lead Engineer looking for a new direction?

Be part of a successful team!

As a global team, we design and deliver surface pressure control equipment, as well as support field maintenance, commissioning and de-commissioning. Innovating in the energy industry, surface pressure control capabilities are industry-leading.

Join our innovating Engineering team

You will be responsible for Activities contributing to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical The Senior Engineer in Surface Pressure Control (SPC) New Product Development (NPD) is responsible for innovating new products and improvement of existing products from concept through qualification test and product launch.

As a Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Executing NPD projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. This work includes primarily mechanical engineering.
  • Contributing with teams of engineers and designers on NPD projects, conducting calculations, FEA, mechanical design, BOM definition, system definition, test procedures, while adhering to schedule and budget.
  • Apply existing technologies, and methodologies in new combinations to design new products, systems, or processes. Viewed internally as a specialist in API 6A products and new product development processes.
  • Support and maintain projects plans, technical roadmaps, technical risks, and product recommendations. Present this information to engineering leaders within SPC and occasionally to senior leaders in SPC.
  • Protect Baker Hughes intellectual property, including submitting and reviewing patent applications.
  • Prepare and conduct design reviews for NPD projects.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design of oil and gas production equipment.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in design of wellhead and/or tree equipment. Preferably surface, but subsea will also be considered.
  • Experience innovating new products, evidenced by involvement in at least one new product developments and/or patent.
  • Understanding of metal and elastomer sealing systems for oilfield applications.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, and execute projects.

Desired Characteristics

  • More than 3 years of experience in mechanical design of API 6A products. Full familiarity with API 6A.
  • Experience defining and conducting product testing.
  • Ability to perform simple structural FEA, preferably in ANSYS
  • Competency with CAD (preferably Creo) and ASME Y14.5m
  • Project management skills

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 flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit in 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

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, Virtual Therapy Programs
  • Dependent and PartnersCare
  • Pet Insurance
  • Additional elected or voluntary benefits

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.

Baker Hughes, a GE 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.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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