Lead Mechanical Engineer

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 technical, professional, and safety competencies while supporting design, manufacturing, and verification activities.

• 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 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 within documentation systems for engineer approval
• Participating in design verification activities, including tolerance studies, manufacturability reviews, and basic calculations
• Supporting Factory Acceptance Test and Prototype Verification Test procedures and documenting results
• Ensuring design documentation and data are accurately archived in electronic document management systems
• Identifying opportunities to improve existing products, processes, and procedures in a cost‑effective manner

• Engineering Mechanical or a related engineering discipline
• Basic understanding of engineering design principles, verification processes, and risk assessment
• Knowledge of materials, including metals, elastomers, welding, and heat treatment processes
• Awareness of relevant industry standards and engineering codes
• Conscientious, adaptable, and eager to learn in a structured engineering environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team while responding professionally to changing work demands
• Familiarity with engineering design tools, calculation software, and PDM/document management systems
• Permanent work permit in UK

• 4 days from office
• 1 day from home (remote)

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Title:

Lead Engineer, Mechanical, Product Design and Engineering.

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.