Job Title – Senior Engineer-Mechanical & Product Design

Do you enjoy designing advanced mechanical systems that operate in demanding energy environments?

Do you thrive in roles where you lead engineering projects, develop innovative technologies, and support products across the full lifecycle?

Partner with the best

Baker Hughes is a global energy technology leader operating in more than 120 countries. We combine deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to deliver safer, cleaner, and more efficient energy solutions. With over a century of innovation, we support customers across oil & gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets as we accelerate progress toward a more sustainable future.

Fuel your passion

We are seeking a Lead Design Engineer to support the Safety Systems product line in Claremore, Oklahoma, from CTI in Houston, Texas. You will lead the design and development of advanced safety valve technologies and play a key role throughout the entire product lifecycle—from concept and prototyping to manufacturing and field support.

As a Lead Design Engineer, in this role, you will be:

Leading engineering projects by:

Managing engineering programs within defined budgets, schedules, and technical requirements
Breaking down complex initiatives into actionable milestones
Preparing engineering drawings, calculations, and documentation
Delivering design review presentations and supporting stage‑gate approvals

Driving product design & development by:

Developing 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings
Applying FEA principles including geometry simplification
Designing cost‑effective solutions in collaboration with supply chain and testing teams
Ensuring adherence to engineering processes and maintaining project documentation

Collaborating across functions by:

Working with engineering, testing, and supply chain teams to ensure manufacturability and performance
Communicating effectively with internal teams and external clients
Supporting field operations when needed

To be successful in this role you will:

Required Qualifications

Have bachelor’s degree in engineering with 4+ years of experience OR Master’s degree with 2+ years of experience
Have strong problem‑solving skills with innovative thinking
Have proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
Have experience with 3D modeling and 2D manufacturing drawings
Have understanding of FEA and geometry simplification
Have knowledge of hydraulic systems and forces
Have proficiency with Microsoft Office
Have strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of experience OR Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience
Programming experience in Visual Basic or web‑based languages
Familiarity with SAP, TeamCenter PLM, SolidWorks, LabVIEW, and/or FEA tools
Experience in oilfield equipment design or operations
Knowledge of API standards
Experience with product development lifecycle and stage‑gate processes

Work in a Way That Works for You

We recognize that everyone works differently, and that flexibility enables people to perform at their best. In this role, we can offer flexible working patterns, including adjusting working hours to help you balance personal and professional commitments while maintaining productivity.

Working With Us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all 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 moving forward, we know we must push boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their contribution. 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
Dependent care support
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: Senior Engineer, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering