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Electromechanical Technician - Downhole Tools

Delivering High-Quality Downhole Tool Performance Through Technical Expertise and Precision

Do you enjoy working with advanced downhole technology and hands-on electromechanical systems?

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Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving customers across more than 120 countries. Our Oilfield Services & Equipment business delivers innovative tools and services that enable safe, reliable, and efficient operations in challenging environments. Our teams combine mechanical, electronic, and hydraulic expertise to support high-performance downhole systems used in drilling, evaluation, and intervention.

Fuel your passion

The Electromechanical Technician - Downhole Tools plays a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and high-quality delivery of complex downhole tools. You will apply hands-on technical skills across electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems to assemble, test, troubleshoot, and qualify tools designed for high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) environments. Working closely with engineering, quality, and field service teams, you will help maintain tool readiness and support continuous improvement across operations

As an Electromechanical Technician - Downhole Tools, you will be responsible for:

• Assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair downhole electronic assemblies including PCBs, sensors, telemetry modules, power systems, and wiring harnesses.
• Assemble, disassemble, inspect, and repair mechanical tool components including housings, bearings, shafts, seals, fasteners, and connectors.
• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot hydraulic systems such as valves, pistons, actuators, and pressure chambers.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and system-level functional testing using standard test equipment and fixtures.
• Conduct pressure, leak, and environmental testing to verify tool performance and compliance with specifications.
• Diagnose nonconformances and failures, support root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Baker Hughes Quality Management System (QMS) and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation, inspection records, and component traceability.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and field service teams to support tool readiness and reliability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, and efficiency.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Associate Degree (AAS/AS) in Electromechanical Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related discipline OR equivalent technical training and career experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience with electromechanical, hydraulic, and downhole tool or similar systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures, and test documentation.
• Working knowledge of electronic test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with standard measuring tools and torque-controlled assembly.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and test data entry.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-critical manufacturing or service environment.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with data analytics, Excel, SAP, MS Office, Outlook, and other database applications.
• IPC certifications (IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001).
• Experience with HPHT or oilfield downhole tools.
• Hydraulic systems training or certification.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to mentor junior technicians.
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and safety-first mindset.

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

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.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Services Professional - ARMO Maintenance Engineer