Lead Application Engineer - Centrifugal Compressor for LNG market

Our Industry & Energy Technology (IET) team provides industry-leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production, and processing of energy. We help a diverse range of customers across the value chain to reduce operating costs and improve productivity. Our team plays an integral role by helping the business plan for the future.

The Lead Application Engineer - Centrifugal Compressor for the LNG market is responsible for leading the technical strategy of Baker Hughes' offering in alignment with the project team and functions. This role serves as the main technical interface between the customer and Baker Hughes during the Inquiry To Order (ITO) phase. The key responsibility is translating customer needs, detailed in the RFQ (Request for Quotation), into the most competitive technical solution by leveraging the CC product portfolio and technology.

As a Lead Application Engineer - Centrifugal Compressor for LNG market, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing, managing, and negotiating Baker Hughes' technical proposals relevant to CC applications, and being responsible for estimating and ensuring accuracy of the budget associated with the proposed solution
• Leading the definition of the technical strategy of the project, influencing the customer toward Baker Hughes solutions by accounting for competitors' technical strengths and weaknesses versus Baker Hughes' offering and capabilities
• Preparing the most competitive technical proposal at first submission within the required timeline, including but not limited to designing and selecting compressors and auxiliary systems, using ITO tools and following ITO policies and procedures
• Implementing innovative technology (NPD) where appropriate and continuously working with engineering functions to develop the best technical and cost-effective solution
• Applying product and quality policies, and addressing and mitigating any risks as per Baker Hughes procedures
• Leading technical negotiations, coordinating with supporting functions, and attending meetings and presentations with customers
• Handing over the technical contract to the execution team in case of award

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering or Physics
• Have 3-5 years of relevant experience in Engineering, Application Engineering, Product Management, Technical Sales, Customer Service, or an equivalent technical role
• Have fluency in English (spoken and written)
• Have influence leadership skills and commercial acumen
• Be willing to work on stretched deadlines with flexible time management
• Be able to travel on short notice
• Have exceptional verbal and non-verbal communication skills for preparing proposals, conducting meetings, answering sales/customer questions, and writing/explaining technical aspects with dedicated presentations

• Have strong oral and written communication skills
• Have strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Be able to influence others and lead small teams and initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Be able to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Have effective problem identification and solution skills

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. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

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.

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

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.