New Energy Well Engineering Leader

Baker Hughes

Baker Hughes technical leader developing geothermal and new-energy well engineering standards. Leading global engineering teams, project support, audits, workflows, and digital solutions.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $160,940 - $298,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in New Energy well design, planning, and operations, with a strong focus on geothermal well design and project development. Proven leadership in building and managing engineering teams while ensuring technical excellence and compliance with industry standards.

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Geothermal Well DesignWell Engineering ExperiencePeople LeadershipOperational Procedures WritingTechnical Standards Development

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Hard Skills

Well DesignOperations ExpertiseCasing DesignDetailed SimulationsProject DevelopmentTechnical AuditsDigital Solution PackagesMultidisciplinary WorkflowsKPI DevelopmentBest Practices Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationTraining DevelopmentTechnical Authority

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Petroleum EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Energy EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Industry Keywords

New EnergyOil & GasGeothermalHigh-Temperature EnvironmentsWell InterventionGlobal ProjectsOnshore ProjectsOffshore Projects3PV ScopesI&S OFSE

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Function as the technical authority for all I&S New Energy Well Engineering scope
Lead development of technical standards and best practices for New Energy well design, planning, and operations
Build and lead a central team of New Energy well engineers supporting global project implementation
Collaborate with OFSE product lines to provide integrated solutions for I&S Well Intervention projects
Participate in industry groups to understand New Energy technology and industry trends
Identify 3PV scopes for engineering and technology and collaborate with supply chain on strategy
Build multidisciplinary workflows for well design, planning, and operational well delivery
Support training and competency program development
Assure technical solutions for global onshore and offshore shallow-water projects
Lead peer reviews and technical audits of global projects
Provide technical support to global I&S New Energy projects
Support digital solution packages for New Energy Well Design
Collaborate on New Energy Project KPIs and dashboards
Support I&S OFSE digital application development projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Petroleum or Energy, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited university, or relevant industry experience
15+ years of relevant oil & gas well engineering experience
Comprehensive well design and operations expertise
5+ years of Geothermal well design experience
Preference for proven experience in high-temperature environments of 250°C or greater
3+ years of Geothermal Project development and Operations experience preferred
5+ years of people leadership experience
Operational and engineering experience
Proven ability to write detailed operational procedures and conduct detailed simulations, including casing design
Must be located in or near the displayed locations
Ability to work general hours, 8 AM–5 PM

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Company-sponsored health and welfare programs
Thrift Plan (401k)
Choice of coverage options
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Bonuses subject to applicable benefit plans or policies