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Lead Product Service Engineer - Centrifugal compressors

Baker Hughes
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Lead Engineer- Centrifugal Compressors

Are you a Compressors Engineer looking for a new challenge?

Would you like the opportunity to further develop your career with a global energy technology company?

Join our Gas Services Engineering team!

At Baker Hughes our purpose is clear; We take energy forward making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet. Our IET team provides industry-leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production and processing of energy. The Gas Services team works with some of the largest customers in the industry.

Partner with the best

The Lead Engineer is a key role working with compressors customers though both individual and team assignments. The successful candidate will bring technical expertise into centrifugal compressor and other related equipment operations. Will be part of the team strengthening relationship with critical functions.

As a Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for:


  • Applying technical and business knowledge regarding compressors to ensure successful outcomes for projects
  • Working with cross-functional and cross-discipline internal and external teams.
  • Applying system engineering methodologies such as requirements definition, system architecture and integration, analyses, configuration management, and risk management in the design phase of products.
  • Being recognized as an SME in centrifugal compressors to support others with both business and technical mentoring/coaching


Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:


  • Have a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, Master degree preferred.
  • Have 7 years of industry experience working with centrifugal compressors
  • Have experience with vibration analysis, rotor dynamic analysis, compressor balance of plant/Auxiliaries and general compressor performance
  • Six Sigma certification of Green Belt or higher
  • Be able to travel as needed about 10% to visit customers


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. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:


  • Working flexible hours from a Houston office flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive


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 going forward tomorrow, we know we must 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
  • Education Assistance
  • Generous Parental Leave
  • Mental Health resources
  • Dependent Care
  • Additional elected or voluntary benefit


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: Lead Engineer, Mechanical, Service Engineering

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.

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