Lead Product Development & Testing Engineer- Mechanical

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Lead Product Development and Testing Engineer

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring the technical robustness of tests and analysis within New Product Introductions (NPI) and in support of projects validation testing scopes.
  • Driving innovation through support with engineering calculations, computational analysis, testing and design (to PI, ASME, DNV, ISO technical standards).
  • Executing engineering projects within agreed timelines and taking responsibility for the on‑time delivery to planned activities.
  • Supporting the definition of program schedules and deliverables considering all aspects of a given NPI program.
  • Contributing to technical discussions, clarifications, and qualifications with 3rd party IVA and, where applicable, acting as the technical POC.

Qualifications

  • Have a Bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree from an accredited university or college in an engineering subject and be interested in working towards chartered status.
  • Have a good grasp of core engineering competencies such as mechanics, materials and fluid dynamics.
  • Be able to demonstrate enthusiasm for concept development, innovation and design projects.
  • Have the capability and desire to create good quality reports, drawings and other documentation.
  • Have awareness of nonlinear Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations for structural assessment.
  • Have demonstrable experience of independently executing engineering investigations: defining scope, communicating with clients and creating high‑quality technical reports.
  • Have a permanent work permit in the UK.

Benefits

  • Flexible working: 4 days from office, 1 day from home.
  • 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: Lead Engineer, Mechanical, Disciplinary Engineering and Science.

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Lead Product Development and Testing Engineer

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring the technical robustness of tests and analysis within New Product Introductions (NPI) and in support of projects validation testing scopes.
  • Driving innovation through support with engineering calculations, computational analysis, testing and design (to PI, ASME, DNV, ISO technical standards).
  • Executing engineering projects within agreed timelines and taking responsibility for the on‑time delivery to planned activities.
  • Supporting the definition of program schedules and deliverables considering all aspects of a given NPI program.
  • Contributing to technical discussions, clarifications, and qualifications with 3rd party IVA and, where applicable, acting as the technical POC.

Qualifications

  • Have a Bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree from an accredited university or college in an engineering subject and be interested in working towards chartered status.
  • Have a good grasp of core engineering competencies such as mechanics, materials and fluid dynamics.
  • Be able to demonstrate enthusiasm for concept development, innovation and design projects.
  • Have the capability and desire to create good quality reports, drawings and other documentation.
  • Have awareness of nonlinear Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations for structural assessment.
  • Have demonstrable experience of independently executing engineering investigations: defining scope, communicating with clients and creating high‑quality technical reports.
  • Have a permanent work permit in the UK.

Benefits

  • Flexible working: 4 days from office, 1 day from home.
  • 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: Lead Engineer, Mechanical, Disciplinary Engineering and Science.

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Posted: May 12th, 2026