Field Service Mechanical Engineer - Turbomachinery
Listed on 2026-09-22
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician -
Energy/Power Generation
Field/Service Technician
Field Service Mechanical Engineer - Turbo machinery Service Region
Houston or other Texas locations;
California;
Florida;
Louisiana;
Alberta, Canada
Field-based role at customer sites
TravelAt least 70%, including international and offshore assignments
Internal TitleField Specialist – SVS – (ADGT, CC, HDGT, ST)
Bring your mechanical field expertise to complex turbo machinery projects worldwide:At Baker Hughes, our Field Services team helps customers install, commission, maintain and optimize equipment across oilfield, power generation and industrial facilities. In this role, you will serve as the on-site technical lead for mechanical work on gas turbines, compressors and related rotating equipment. You will perform installation, commissioning, inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and overhaul of rotating equipment at customer sites.
What’s in it for you:You will have the autonomy to solve complex field challenges, work across multiple turbine and compressor platforms, and make a direct impact on equipment safety, reliability and performance. Our Industrial and Energy Technology business operates in more than 120 countries and supports the full energy value chain and industrial sector.
We believe in the growth and development of our employees. Baker Hughes offers extensive training programs and career advancement opportunities, enabling you to reach your full potential.
Compensation:The anticipated hourly pay range for this position is $22–$95 per hour, depending on geographic location, skills, qualifications and experience. You’ll be eligible for generous overtime pay, standby pay, and a yearly bonus based on your performance and level. Various other perks and incentives are available.
What you’ll do:- Executing installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and maintenance of rotating equipment and associated auxiliaries.
- Performing precision mechanical tasks including alignment, leveling, torquing, dimensional checks, and assembly/disassembly.
- Diagnosing mechanical issues and collaborating with technical support teams to define corrective actions.
- Leading customer communication, site planning, daily coordination, and supervision of craft labor/subcontractors.
- Preparing accurate Field Service Reports, daily logs, punch lists, and technical documentation.
- Ensuring full compliance with QHSE requirements, including JSAs, toolbox talks, LOTO, and Permit-to-Work processes.
- Depending on your expertise, you will specialize in one or more of the following domains:
- Centrifugal Compressors
- Heavy-Duty Gas Turbines
- Aeroderivative Gas Turbines
- Steam Turbines
- A technical diploma and at least five years of field experience with gas turbines, compressors or other rotating equipment performing installation, inspections or maintenance.
- Specialization in one or more technologies:
- Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and follow OEM procedures.
- Proficiency with precision tools (laser alignment, borescope, micrometers, dial indicators).
- Experience executing upgrades, NICs/TILs, or mechanical modifications.
- Strong customer service, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- The ability to work independently, analyze complex issues and provide technical leadership with minimal supervision.
- A strong Health, Safety and Environmental mindset and commitment to quality standards.
- Willingness and ability to travel at least 70%, including internationally and offshore, without geographical restrictions, and a current or previous TWIC card or eligibility to obtain one.
This is a field-based role. Regular responsibilities may be performed away from a designated Baker Hughes location, with extensive travel to customer sites.
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