Project Engineer – Houston

Project Engineer opportunity with Baker Hughes ProductionQuest located in Houston, TX

Overview:

As a leader in the oilfield services industry, Baker Hughes offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high performance organization. Baker Hughes’ seven divisions provide products and services for oil and gas wells. Our leading technologies – and our ability to apply them safely and effectively – create value for our customers and our shareholders. Engineers, scientists, technicians and business professionals can make their careers at Baker Hughes in research, development, manufacturing, field operations, sales, finance, IT, marketing and human resources.

Responsibilities:

May work in any of the following disciplines: Quality, Software, Mechanical, R&D, Petroleum, Civil, Electrical, Chemical or Reservoir. Responsibility is limited to small projects, or segments of larger projects. Limited influence on product cost. Assignments are outlined in detail. Receives close supervision on many aspects of a project. Work-in-progress is checked frequently and completed work is reviewed in detail. Sphere of influence is limited to immediate supervisor, work group, support organizations and vendors.

Plans, coordinates and implements all phases of a moderately complex conventional system or a single product project where ensuring reliability, quality, and delivery time is key. Conducts and directs design and development of systems or components as project requires. Responsible for administration of contract as well as all specified contract support documentation. Interfaces with both external and internal customers on technical and commercial issues. Negotiates with sub-vendors. Provides training in accordance with contract. Handles special projects, as assigned.

Skill Requirements:

Strong interpersonal skills. Strong negotiation skills. Strong organization skills. Thorough knowledge of principles, concepts, theories and practices of project assignment. Good project management skills. Basic technical skills. Good problem solving skills with a drive for results. Good written and verbal skills. Ability to build peer relationships as well as work independently. Must be action oriented, ethical in value, and have a strong customer focus.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent. 8+ years specialized product experience.