Field Specialist IV

Would you like the opportunity to work for a world-class Oilfield Services company?

Do you enjoy leading complex field operations and solving technical challenges?

At Baker Hughes, our Artificial Lift Systems business delivers advanced Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) technology to maximize production and enhance operational efficiency for our customers. Our team provides industry-leading expertise in ESP installation, commissioning, optimization, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management for both onshore and offshore operations.

As a Field Specialist IV – ESP, you will serve as a senior technical expert responsible for leading ESP installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization activities. You will provide technical guidance to field personnel, support customer operations, and ensure safe and efficient execution of field services while maintaining the highest standards of quality, integrity, and HSE compliance.

• Leading installation, commissioning, startup, and retrieval operations of Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) systems and associated surface equipment.
• Supervising field crews during ESP deployment, cable banding, tubing installation, and surface equipment setup.
• Conducting advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis of downhole and surface equipment failures.
• Performing system diagnostics, testing, and performance verification to maximize well productivity and ESP run life.
• Monitoring and optimizing artificial lift system performance through well surveillance and data analysis.
• Configuring, commissioning, and maintaining Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), transformers, switchboards, and automation systems.
• Providing technical expertise and recommendations to customers regarding system performance, reliability, and operational improvements.
• Leading maintenance, repair, and refurbishment activities for ESP equipment, motors, protectors, cables, sensors, and related accessories.
• Ensuring compliance with company HSE standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Supporting contract engineering, application engineering, and operations teams during project planning and execution.
• Preparing technical reports, failure analyses, service documentation, and customer presentations.
• Mentoring and coaching junior Field Specialists and Technicians to improve technical competency and operational excellence.
• Supporting new technology implementation, field trials, and product improvement initiatives.
  

• Have experience in Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) systems and Artificial Lift operations.
• Have experience in a senior field specialist, commissioning, or technical leadership role.
• Demonstrate strong expertise in ESP installation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, optimization, and failure analysis.
• Have hands-on experience with Variable Speed Drive (VSD) platforms such as Advantage, Toshiba, Triol, or equivalent systems.
• Possess strong knowledge of well surveillance, production optimization, and artificial lift performance monitoring.
• Have experience with downhole diagnostics, insulation testing, motor analysis, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Be capable of interpreting electrical schematics, technical drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Demonstrate strong customer-facing skills with the ability to provide technical consultation and operational recommendations.
• Have excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring capabilities.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and technical reporting tools.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to HSE, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Be willing to travel and work on rotational or offshore assignments as required.
  

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.

• This role may require rotational, offshore, onshore, or shift-based work schedules depending on business and customer requirements.
• Flexible working patterns may be available where operationally feasible.
  

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 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.

Join us and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Life insurance and disability programs.
• Tailored financial programs.
• Additional voluntary and elected benefits.
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
• Exposure to advanced ESP and Artificial Lift technologies across global operations.