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Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy‑technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain. Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization. With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future.
Fueling Your Passion
Baker Hughes is seeking a Lead Design Engineer to support the Safety Systems product line in Claremore, Oklahoma, from CTI in Houston, Texas. This role is responsible for leading the design and development of advanced safety valve technologies. The successful candidate will play a key role throughout the entire product lifecycle, including concept development, prototype testing, production manufacturing, and field support.
As a Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:
- Leading engineering projects within defined budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.
- Breaking down complex initiatives into manageable milestones and ensure timely execution.
- Developing engineering drawings, calculations, design documentation, and test reports.
- Preparing and delivering presentations for design reviews and stage-gate approvals.
- Collaborating with engineering teams, testing personnel, and supply chain to ensure cost-effective design.
- Communicating effectively with internal teams and external clients.
- Ensuring adherence to engineering processes and maintain project documentation.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering OR Master’s degree
- Have strong problem-solving skills with innovative approaches.
- Have proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
- Have experience with 3D modeling and 2D manufacturing drawings.
- Have understanding of finite element analysis (FEA) and geometry simplification.
- Have knowledge of hydraulic systems and forces.
- Have proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Have strong written and verbal communication skills
Desired Characteristics
- Have bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 3+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree
- Have programming experience in Visual Basic or web-based languages.
- Have familiarity with SAP, TeamCenter PLM, SolidWorks, LabVIEW, and/or FEA software.
- Have experience in oilfield equipment design or operations.
- Have knowledge of API standards.
- Have experience with product development lifecycle systems and stage-gate processes.
- Have hands-on experience integrating mechanical and electrical systems is a PLUS
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.
Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are stronger when our people are developed, engaged, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We invest in wellbeing, capability development, and leadership growth across all levels.
Working for you
Our innovations have transformed the energy industry for over a century. To continue progressing, we look for individuals who embrace change and contribute to building the future.
What 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
This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.
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 Experienced Professional - Mechanical Component
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a master's degree
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
- Experience with 3D modeling and 2D manufacturing drawings
- Understanding of finite element analysis and geometry simplification
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems and forces
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in engineering with 3+ years of relevant experience, or a master's degree
- Programming experience in Visual Basic or web-based languages
- Familiarity with SAP, Teamcenter PLM, SolidWorks, LabVIEW, or FEA software
- Experience in oilfield equipment design or operations
- Knowledge of API standards
- Experience with product development lifecycle systems and stage-gate processes
- Hands-on experience integrating mechanical and electrical systems
- Valid work authorization in the country of employment
Baker Hughes Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Baker Hughes and has not been reviewed or approved by Baker Hughes.
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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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