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Baker Hughes

Makes oilfield equipment and gas turbines

Engineering Advisor - Integrated Solutions, Well Engineering

Design EngineeringPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeKuwaitNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Have a bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Have a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in well construction, completions, intervention, and/or well optimization.
  • Demonstrate strong technical expertise in drill bits and mills, Bottom Hole Assembly (BHA) design, engineering simulations, field operations, and well program preparation.
  • Have hands-on experience in Lump Sum Turnkey (LSTK) projects and well engineering.
  • Possess previous experience working in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
  • Demonstrate experience in at least two of the following applications: conventional rotary drilling, horizontal or multilateral wells, pad drilling, unconventional drilling, coiled tubing drilling, underbalanced or managed pressure drilling, or geothermal well design and operations.
  • Have previous experience engaging directly with customers and managing technical stakeholder relationships.
  • Possess strong knowledge of well control principles and operational safety requirements.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in well engineering and design software, including hydraulics, torque and drag, and casing/tubing design applications.
  • Have proficiency in Microsoft Office, Power BI, or other analytical and reporting tools.
  • Demonstrate excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
  • Possess excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively.
  • Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across functions, cultures, and organizational levels.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all engineering activities comply with HSE policies and procedures while promoting a strong safety culture and Baker Hughes' Culture Pillars.
  • Participate in tender and bid preparation processes by providing technical well engineering input.
  • Prepare and review well designs, operational plans, and procedures for well construction, completion, intervention, and abandonment activities.
  • Define technical rig specifications, service requirements, and third-party equipment and service needs.
  • Develop and review operational schedules, time estimates, and well cost projections to support project planning and execution.
  • Prepare risk registers, contingency plans, and mitigation strategies in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Lead and participate in technical peer reviews, quality assurance activities, and engineering assessments.
  • Monitor daily operational progress, project expenditure, and technical performance against established objectives and KPIs.
  • Provide technical recommendations and engineering support to project teams to optimize well performance and operational efficiency.
  • Identify and implement best practices, technological advancements, and continuous improvement initiatives across Integrated Solutions operations.
  • Collaborate with customers, wellsite personnel, and project stakeholders to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
  • Lead and participate in Root Cause Analysis investigations, document lessons learned, and implement corrective actions.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, including End of Well Reports, after-action reviews, and operational performance summaries.
  • Support the development and continuous improvement of engineering policies, procedures, and technical documentation.
  • Mentor and coach engineering team members while contributing to technical knowledge sharing and global best practices.
  • Deliver technical presentations, lead customer meetings, and support project strategy discussions.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree in Petroleum, Oil & Gas, or Well Engineering.
  • A proven track record of continuous improvement and optimization of well designs and operational performance.
  • Knowledge of geomechanics and its application to well design and drilling operations.
  • Strong technical leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex engineering and operational challenges.
  • Experience leading technical reviews, engineering projects, and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Strong planning, organizational, and project management skills.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders and establish credibility with customers and senior leadership.
  • Commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and continuous professional development.

About the Company

Baker Hughes

Makes oilfield equipment and gas turbines

Baker Hughes makes equipment and runs field services for oil and gas producers, LNG plant operators, pipeline companies and industrial power users. Its products cover the whole gas chain, from drill bits and well completions to the compressors and turbines that chill natural gas into liquid for export. Its oilfield arm drills, completes and maintains wells, while its industrial arm designs, builds and services turbomachinery, valves and monitoring software. It earns money from equipment sales, project work and long-term service agreements that keep installed machines running. The current company formed in 2017 when Baker Hughes combined with GE's oil and gas business, and it is based in Houston.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1972

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