Baker Hughes

Lead Field Engineer

Baker Hughes
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $18 - $52 per hourWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong technical expertise in field operations, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, and effective communication in high-pressure environments. Capable of coordinating with teams and customers while maintaining a strong safety mindset and commitment to continuous professional development.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringFluent In EnglishProblem-Solving SkillsField Operations ExperienceLeadership Potential

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Participate in structured technical bootcamps, on-the-job training, and competency-based development
  • Execute field operations alongside experienced engineers in live operating environments
  • Deploy, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain technical equipment and services
  • Apply procedures and make decisions in dynamic, high-pressure situations
  • Support customers and field crews during critical operations
  • Coordinate with operational teams, service delivery personnel, and customers to ensure successful work execution
  • Develop problem-solving skills through hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and system-level challenges
  • Gain experience across multiple operational environments through travel and field assignments
  • Participate in mentoring, job shadowing, cross-functional rotations, and developmental projects
  • Progress through defined Field Engineer competency levels based on capability, performance, and safety leadership
  • Complete a capstone project and required technical and professional milestones for program graduation
  • Work significant domestic and international travel, rotational schedules, non-standard hours, and extended assignments at customer locations

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (all disciplines) within the previous 12 months
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 (or equivalent)
  • Fluent in written and spoken English
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong interest in hands-on technical work and field operations
  • Willingness to travel extensively and work rotational schedules
  • Ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced, and sometimes unpredictable environments
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
  • Leadership potential, learning agility, and a strong safety mindset
  • Motivation to continuously develop technical expertise and professional capabilities
  • Authorized to work in the United States and able to maintain work authorization throughout employment without requiring sponsorship by Baker Hughes

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Structured technical training and field coaching
  • Hands-on experience supporting high-intensity customer operations
  • Exposure to global operations and diverse working environments
  • Mentorship from experienced technical leaders
  • Competency-based career progression
  • Visibility to senior leaders and cross-functional teams
  • Professional development, leadership development, and project experience
  • Clear career pathways following program graduation
  • Company-sponsored health and welfare programs
  • Thrift Plan (401k)
  • Choice of benefit coverage options
  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
  • Additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to applicable benefit plans or policies

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Hard Skills
Technical Equipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingMechanical SystemsElectrical SystemsSystem-Level ChallengesCompetency-Based DevelopmentCapstone Project CompletionSafety Leadership
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsTeamwork SkillsLearning Agility
Industry Keywords
Field EngineerOperational EnvironmentsDynamic EnvironmentsTravel RequirementsRotational Schedules