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Field Specialist
Baker Hughes
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Source date: 10/31/2026
About this role
Field Specialist Ready to lead critical offshore operations and mentor the next generation of Field Service Engineers? Do you have the technical expertise to deliver installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting solutions across multiple product categories? Partner with the best Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving energy and industrial customers in more than 120 countries. Built on over a century of innovation, the company provides advanced products, services, and digital solutions that support efficient, safe, and lower‑carbon energy operations. Its portfolio spans oilfield services and equipment, turbomachinery, industrial technologies, and emerging energy transition solutions such as hydrogen, carbon capture, and emissions management. Baker Hughes continues to help customers meet the world’s evolving energy needs through technology leadership, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to sustainability. Fuel your passion! As a Field Specialist IV, you will hold a senior technical and operational role, serving as the primary Baker Hughes representative at the worksite and acting as the key liaison between the customer and onshore support teams. You will be fully competent across at least two product categories, such as Wellheads and Xmas Trees and will provide technical direction, mentorship, and leadership during offshore operations. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with crew leadership responsibilities, ensuring the safe and successful installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of Baker Hughes equipment while delivering an outstanding customer experience. As a Field Specialist you will: + Act as the primary technical focal point for Baker Hughes at the customer worksite. + Provide onsite technical guidance and support for the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of Subsea Wellheads, X-Trees, Controls, Completions, and related Baker Hughes equipment. + Demonstrate full competency in at least two product categories and provide subject matter expertise within your primary discipline. + Lead offshore crews and support the development of less experienced Field Service Engineers through coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing. + Follow and execute Operating Service Procedures (OSP) and Project Related Procedures (PRP). + Manage inventory and maintain oversight of Baker Hughes equipment offshore. + Perform equipment inspection, function testing, maintenance, repair, and reporting activities. + Carry out pressure testing in accordance with installation and maintenance procedures. + Prepare and contribute to operational updates, technical reports, work status reports, and customer communications. + Maintain clear, accurate, and timely communication with customers and onshore support teams regarding operational progress, programme activities, risks, and technical issues. + Support the planning and coordination of equipment mobilisation and shipping activities. + Perform stack-up testing and support offshore installation programmes. + Conduct troubleshooting, failure investigations, and reviews of non-productive time (NPT) events. + Collaborate with Engineering teams and Project Managers in the development and review of technical procedures and project documentation. + Support workshop personnel and maintenance activities when required. + Promote compliance with company and regulatory Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) standards. + Promote adherence to Quality Management System requirements. + Contribute to the review and development of operation, maintenance, installation, and testing procedures. + Ensure daily operational reports are accurately completed and handed over to relevant personnel. + Verify that all required equipment, tooling, and spare parts are available and ready for use. + Provide onshore operational support when requested by the Field Service Supervisor. To be successful in this role, you will have: + Have relevant experience in field service, offshore installation, intervention, maintenance or a related operational environment. + Demonstrated working experience of installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Subsea wellheads and Vertical & Horizontal Xmas Tree Systems . + Experience coordinating offshore teams and supporting worksite activities within a customer-facing environment. + Demonstrates confidence and competence in Factory Acceptance Testing, Extended Factory Acceptance Testing, System Integration Testing, and System Readiness Testing processes. + Ability to communicate technical information, operational updates, and practical solutions clearly with customers and internal stakeholders. + Experience identifying, diagnosing, and resolving issues across mechanical, hydraulic, and electro-hydraulic systems. + Completion of training programmes relevant to the Field Service Engineer level, or the ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience. + Good working knowledge of Baker Hughes products, systems, and equipment. + Experience using digital platforms such as GRID, NPT, SIRCam, Agility, Teamcentre, or comparable systems. + Effective written and verbal communication skills in English. + Understanding of drilling, completion, and production operations. + Knowledge of offshore installation processes, procedures, and safe working practices. + Relevant technical qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent practical industry experience. + Current offshore safety certifications required for the role, or the ability to obtain and maintain them where appropriate. 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. One of our core values as a business is collaboration and, as such, whilst flexible work options are available, we believe there is a great benefit of having our teams co-located in one of our many offices. 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 have to 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 The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Field Specialist IV - SPS About Us: We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet. Join Us: Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward. Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.