Senior Mechanical Engineer - Systems, Project Engineering

Would you thrive in a role where advanced engineering, technical expertise and innovation drive the future of subsea technology?
 

Would you enjoy leading the design and development of new subsea products in a highly collaborative and fast‑paced environment?

Join our Engineering & Technology Team!

At Baker Hughes, we are committed to advancing subsea innovation by developing technologies that deliver safety, reliability and exceptional performance. Our Manifold, Distribution and Connection Systems team plays a key role in shaping next‑generation subsea equipment, enabling customers to operate efficiently and confidently in complex offshore environments.

Partner with the best!

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Systems, Project Engineering, you will drive engineering development for new products and technologies for NPI/NTI Manifold, Distribution and Connection Systems. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure technical excellence, customer alignment and flawless execution across design, manufacturing and testing.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Systems, Project Engineering, you will be responsible for:

Engineering Design & Development

• Establishing technical requirements based on customer functional specifications, project needs and applicable international codes and standards.
• Leading and contributing to design development activities including 3D CAD modelling, drawings and technical documents, ensuring alignment with requirements, timelines and quality expectations.
• Presenting design outcomes in technical design reviews when relevant.
• Leading and executing cost‑out initiatives, monitoring engineering plans, schedules and budgets.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to align interfaces, design solutions, activities and deliverables.
• Providing engineering support to program management and other key stakeholders across the project lifecycle.
• Offering consultancy and technical guidance to tender/front‑end engineering teams.

Supplier & Execution Support

• Managing engineering suppliers from a technical perspective, providing clear guidance and ensuring compliance with technical and contractual requirements.
• Supporting procurement, fabrication and testing activities related to newly developed subsea products.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a B.Sc. degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Have expertise in 3D CAD modelling and/or Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Have strong knowledge of subsea equipment and relevant design methodologies.
• Have a robust mechanical design background (15+ years preferred).
• Have proactive behavior with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Have strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Have strong oral and written communication skills; English fluency is desired.
• Have strong knowledge of CREO, Teamcenter and Ansys Workbench (desired).
• Have previous experience with Petrobras subsea projects (desired).

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

• Working from 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm.
• Location: RETIC, Ilha do Fundão, Rio de Janeiro.

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: Senior Engineer, Systems, Project Engineering