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Our Industry & Energy Technology (IET) team provides industry-leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production, and processing of energy. We help a diverse range of customers across the value chain to reduce operating costs and improve productivity. Our team plays an integral role by helping the business plan for the future.
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As Materials and Repair Engineer you will work in the area of gas turbine materials and manufacturing, with emphasis on thermal spray coatings, additive manufacturing, cold spray coatings and non-destructive technologies.
A key requirement is a fundamental understanding of physical metallurgy, mechanical behavior of materials and microstructural characterization and fundamentals & an interest in carrying out research is a key requirement & basic understanding of gas turbine products, adjacent disciplines like various manufacturing process, mechanical & thermal design processes
This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, international environment.
As Materials and Repair Engineer you will be responsible for:
- Drive material manufacturing or repair qualification process independently with minimum supervision.
- Apply Characterization techniques for analysis of the research in materials technologies for gas turbine new technology development
- Drive & independently execute, Experimental work as well as materials modelling to substantiate or validate the new technology development
- Lead qualification of suppliers for repair and new make parts.
- Prepare technical specifications, manufacturing drawings, and design documentation independently
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and testing teams to support product industrialization
- Ensure compliance with international standards (ASME, API, ISO) and apply best design practices
Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role you will need:
- Proven Expertise in characterization for metallurgical processes such as Optical microscope, Image Analysis, Microhardness, Scanning electron microscope, Xray Diffraction, Mechanical testing at room and elevated temperatures
- Agility in research thinking with scientific rigor and depth of metallurgical principles; strengthening mechanisms is preferred.
- Proficient use of Matlab, Origin, Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of high-performance materials (superalloys, ceramics, thermal barrier coatings) and related processes; microstructural degradation mechanisms; failure analysis.
- PhD in Materials or mechanical engineering with 4 years experience or M.Tech / B.Tech with 6 -8 years’ experience
- Materials Science and Metallurgical engineering with work experience (desirable)
- Experience of mechanical / material design of turbomachinery or high temperature/high-pressure components is desirable
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
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 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 must 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
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
Skills Required
- PhD in Materials Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with 4 years of experience, or M.Tech/B.Tech with 6–8 years of experience
- Expertise in metallurgical characterization, including optical microscopy, image analysis, microhardness, scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and mechanical testing
- Knowledge of physical metallurgy, mechanical behavior of materials, microstructural characterization, and metallurgical strengthening mechanisms
- Proficiency with MATLAB, Origin, and Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of superalloys, ceramics, thermal barrier coatings, microstructural degradation, and failure analysis
- Ability to independently conduct experimental research and materials modeling
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering work experience
- Experience designing mechanical or material systems for turbomachinery or high-temperature/high-pressure components
Baker Hughes Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests retirement contributions combine automatic employer funding with a dollar‑for‑dollar match, with immediate vesting on the match. This structure can meaningfully increase savings for employees who participate consistently.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Feedback suggests a discounted employee stock purchase program with regular purchase periods and no brokerage fees provides accessible ownership upside. Program parameters are clearly laid out through the benefits hub and plan materials.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests exempt staff have flexible, manager‑approved time off while non‑exempt employees accrue vacation and receive paid personal time. Company‑paid holidays and paid parental leave further broaden time‑away options.
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