Technical Support Specialist - Upstream Chemicals

Technical Support Specialist- Upstream Chemicals

Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy-technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain. Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization. With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future.

We are seeking an experienced Applications Engineer specializing in upper completions and intelligent production solutions. This role involves leading a team of engineers, overseeing technical planning/preparation of all activities within Angola.

As a Technical Support Specialist- Upstream Chemicals, you will be responsible for:

• Managing, mentoring, and developing a team of applications engineers and fresh graduates, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Overseeing and supporting the technical planning, preparation, and validation of all upper completions and IPS activities in the assigned region.
• Collaborating with clients to understand their well construction and production objectives, providing tailored technical solutions and support.
• Analyzing job performance and providing feedback for product and process improvements.
• Performing offset job analysis and product/service-specific engineering modeling calculations to understand application hazards and incident potential.
• Working closely with service delivery managers/coordinators, sales teams, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Have significant experience in upper completions and intelligent production systems, with proven experience in an Applications Engineering Manager role.
• Have a proven ability to lead and develop cross-border engineering teams, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have the demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Have proven experience in client interactions, with a good commitment to understanding and meeting client needs.
• Able to speak and write fluently in English.
• Be able to travel, as required, to customer facilities, meetings, and training sessions.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too.

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 change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Services Senior Specialist - Technical Support Engineering