Baker Hughes

energy-technology

LeadMechanicalEngineer

United Kingdom FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Lead candidates.

The Brief

“Lead Mechanical Engineer at Baker Hughes. Skills: design, development, oilfield subsurface components, systems, control equipment. Support creation of layouts. Support creation of functional component specifications”

What You'll Achieve.

deliver innovative solutions; enable reliable energy production; deliver value; drive continuous improvement

Industry & Context.

energy technology
Problems you'll solve

risk assessment; tolerance studies; manufacturability reviews; basic calculations

Eligibility Requirements

permanent work permit in UK

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Engineering Mechanical or a related engineering discipline, basic understanding of engineering design principles, basic understanding of verification processes, basic understanding of risk assessment, knowledge of materials, knowledge of metals, knowledge of elastomers, knowledge of welding, knowledge of heat treatment processes, awareness of relevant industry standards, awareness of engineering codes, written and verbal communication skills, familiarity with engineering design tools, familiarity with calculation software, familiarity with PDM/document management systems, permanent work permit in UK

Nice to Have

concientious, adaptable, eager to learn in a structured engineering environment, able to work effectively within a team, responding professionally to changing work demands

What You'll Do.

Support creation of layouts

Support creation of functional component specifications

Support creation of stack-up evaluations

Support creation of assembly procedures

Interpret customer engineering specifications

Produce layout designs

Produce detail designs

Produce assembly designs

Assist with creation of work packs

Review detail drawings

Support small engineering teams

Develop conceptual design requirements

Develop conceptual design layouts

Create detail drawings

Create fabrication drawings

Create assembly drawings

Support manufacturing

Apply design-for-manufacture principles

Create Bills of Materials

Participate in design verification activities

Support FAT procedures

Support PVT procedures

Ensure design documentation archived

Ensure design data archived

Identify opportunities to improve products

Identify opportunities to improve processes

Identify opportunities to improve procedures

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

supporting small engineering teams under supervision; work effectively within a team; responding professionally to changing work demands

Communication Scope

written communication skills; verbal communication skills

Full Job Description

**Are you passionate about building a strong foundation in engineering design and technology?** **Do you enjoy learning from experienced engineers while contributing to real‑world oilfield engineering solutions?** **Join our team** Baker Hughes is a global energy‑technology company operating in over 120 countries. We deliver innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient. Our engineering teams play a vital role in designing and delivering oilfield subsurface components, systems, and control equipment that enable reliable energy production worldwide. **Partner with the best** As an Lead Mechanical Engineer , you will support the design and development of oilfield subsurface components, systems, and/or controls equipment. This role provides a structured environment to develop your technical, professional, and safety competencies while supporting design, manufacturing, and verification activities. **As an Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for:** * Supporting the creation of layouts, functional component specifications, stack‑up evaluations, and assembly procedures * Interpreting customer engineering specifications to produce layout, detail, and assembly designs * Assisting with the creation of work packs, reviewing detail drawings, and supporting small engineering teams under supervision * Developing conceptual design requirements and layouts following Design Process Management (DPM) protocols * Creating detail, fabrication, and assembly drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards * Modifying and creating 3D models and drawings to manufacturing standards using parametric design practices * Supporting manufacturing through application of design‑for‑manufacture principles for machining, welding, and assembly * Creating Bills of Materials (BOMs) within documentation systems for engineer approval * Participating in design verification activities, including tolerance studies, manufacturability reviews, and basic calculations *

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