Senior Metallurgical Engineer – Completions & Well Intervention

Baker Hughes

. Serve as the lead metallurgical and corrosion engineering resource for completions, well intervention, and fishing tool product lines .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in metallurgy and corrosion engineering, with a strong focus on material selection, failure analysis, and compliance with industry standards. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and providing technical guidance in oilfield applications.

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Metallurgical EngineeringCorrosion EngineeringFailure AnalysisMaterial SelectionAPI Standards Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Metallurgical EvaluationsCorrosion MitigationMechanical Property EvaluationWelding Procedure QualificationCorrosion TestingMetallographic ExaminationFractographyHeat TreatmentMaterial Qualification TestingAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipCommunication SkillsMentoringCoachingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Optical MicroscopySEM/EDSHardness TestingMechanical TestingCorrosion Evaluation Methods

Certifications & Qualifications

Industry Certifications in CorrosionSpecialized Training in Failure AnalysisWelding Certifications

Industry Keywords

Oil and Gas IndustryDownhole CompletionsWell InterventionFishing Tool Product LinesAPI 5CTAPI 6ANACE MR0175ASTM StandardsSour Service MaterialsEnvironmental Cracking Evaluations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the lead metallurgical and corrosion engineering resource for completions, well intervention, and fishing tool product lines
Provide technical guidance on material selection, heat treatment, manufacturing processes, welding, coatings, and corrosion mitigation for downhole applications
Support Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, and Product Line Management
Lead metallurgical evaluations of product performance, field failures, manufacturing issues, and supplier quality concerns
Develop corrective and preventive actions
Conduct or oversee failure investigations and root cause analyses, including metallographic examination, fractography, corrosion assessment, and mechanical property evaluation
Develop, maintain, and approve metallic material specifications and engineering standards
Ensure compliance with industry standards, customer specifications, and internal requirements
Act as primary technical contact for metallurgical discussions with customers, industry organizations, third-party laboratories, and certification agencies
Participate in supplier audits as a subject matter expert
Develop material qualification testing specifications and standards to qualify alternate sources
Resolve material-related issues in Operations and Supply Chain
Support new product development through material selection, risk assessment, qualification testing, and design reviews
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior metallurgists and engineers through coaching, training, and technical work review
Develop technical training materials, tools, and techniques and provide internal technical training
Participate in customer meetings, technical reviews, failure investigations, and industry committees
Support strategic technology initiatives related to material performance, corrosion resistance, reliability, and lifecycle improvement
Serve as the discipline focal point for metallurgy and corrosion
Influence technical strategy and best practices across engineering, operations, and sourcing organizations
Coordinate metallurgical expertise across multiple projects and product lines
Support organizational capability development through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in metallurgical engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Corrosion and Protection, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Minimum of 10 years of experience in metallurgy, corrosion engineering, or materials engineering within the oil and gas industry
Experience supporting downhole completions, well intervention, production, fishing, drilling, or related oilfield equipment
Strong knowledge of metallic materials used in oilfield applications, including carbon steels, low-alloy steels, stainless steels, nickel-based alloys, and corrosion-resistant alloys
Experience performing metallurgical failure analysis and developing improvement guidance
Strong analytical, communication, and technical report-writing skills
Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional technical initiatives
Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, manufacturing personnel, suppliers, and customers
Advanced degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Corrosion Engineering, or related discipline
Industry certifications or specialized training in corrosion, failure analysis, welding, or materials engineering
Extensive knowledge of API 5CT, API 6A, API 5CRA, API 6ACRA, API 20 series standards, AMPP/NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156, AMPP corrosion testing methodologies, and relevant ASTM and ASME standards
Experience with sour service materials selection and qualification
Experience with corrosion testing and environmental cracking evaluations, including SSC, SCC, HISC, hydrogen embrittlement, DCB, and SSRT
Familiarity with welding procedure qualification, heat treatment, coating/plating processes, and manufacturing controls for pressure-containing equipment
Experience supporting customer technical reviews, audits, and qualification programs
Working knowledge of metallurgical laboratory techniques, including optical microscopy, SEM/EDS, hardness testing, mechanical testing, and corrosion evaluation methods
Ability to influence technical decisions and drive consensus across global, cross-functional teams
Recognized subject matter expertise in oilfield metallurgy and corrosion engineering
Valid work authorization in the country of employment
Employer is unable to sponsor work authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
Comprehensive private medical care options
Life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial programs
Additional elected or voluntary benefits
Company-sponsored health and welfare programs
Thrift Plan (401k)
Choice of coverage options
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Bonuses subject to applicable benefit plans or policies