- Location
- CA-AB-OTHER ALBERTA, Canada
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Field Engineer I – Upstream Chemicals
Are you passionate about solving complex production challenges and making an impact directly in the field?
Would you like to develop your technical expertise while working with innovative chemical solutions that improve customer performance?
Join our Upstream Chemicals Team
Our Upstream Chemicals team partners with customers to optimize production, improve asset performance, and address critical operational challenges across the energy value chain. Through innovative technologies, technical expertise, and field execution excellence, we help customers maximize efficiency, reliability, and production outcomes. Our team combines hands-on field experience with engineering and chemical solutions to deliver measurable value where it matters most.
Partner with the best
As a Field Engineer I, you will gain hands-on experience supporting our Fluids Separation business while working directly with customers to solve real production challenges. As part of Baker Hughes' LEAD Development Program, you will develop the technical, commercial, and leadership skills required for a successful engineering career through structured learning, field exposure, and cross-functional collaboration. This role provides a unique opportunity to build technical expertise, contribute to innovative solutions, and see the direct impact of your work on customer operations and production performance.
As a Field Engineer I, you will be responsible for:
- Supporting field operations by troubleshooting chemical programs and production facilities to improve system performance.
- Identifying opportunities to optimize production systems through operational, chemical, and process improvements.
- Planning, executing, and evaluating field trials for new chemical technologies in real operating environments.
- Supporting the deployment and scale-up of successful solutions across customer assets.
- Working directly with customers to communicate technical findings, recommendations, and performance results.
- Building long-term customer relationships through technical support and service excellence.
- Developing expertise in fluids separation technologies under the mentorship of experienced Subject Matter Experts.
- Gaining exposure to multiple Upstream Chemicals product lines, including Flow Assurance, Production Optimization, and Integrity Management.
- Supporting internal knowledge-sharing initiatives and customer training activities.
- Participating in the LEAD Development Program to build technical, business, leadership, and customer engagement capabilities.
- Maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and execution excellence in all field activities.
Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a recent degree in Engineering or Science, preferably in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Be comfortable working in field environments and remote operating locations.
- Have hands-on experience gained through co-op placements, internships, laboratory work, operations, or field-based assignments.
- Possess strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
- Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and the ability to own and execute projects.
- Show a strong desire to learn, develop technical expertise, and build a long-term career in the field.
Work in a way that works for you
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer flexible working patterns when possible, while ensuring business and customer needs remain our priority. Talk to us about the flexible working options available for this role.
Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of 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 have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace challenge, create change, and innovate with us. We support our people with a comprehensive rewards package designed to help them thrive both professionally and personally.
Join us, and you can expect:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
- Comprehensive private medical care options.
- Safety net programs and life insurance.
- Tailored financial programs and additional benefits.
- Elected or voluntary benefits available in some locations.
- Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.
Work Authorization
Baker Hughes will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the country where the job is located. Baker Hughes will not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this position unless otherwise stated in the job posting.