Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving customers in more than 120 countries. We design, manufacture, and deliver industry-leading solutions that support energy extraction, production, and processing. Our commitment to innovation and operational excellence drives safer, cleaner, and more efficient energy solutions worldwide.
Engineer I, Metallurgical and Materials
Do you enjoy working in a lab and/ or have familiarity with metallurgical sample processing?
Are you passionate about technical work related to metallurgical engineering and failure analysis?
Partnering with the best
Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving customers in more than 120 countries. We design, manufacture, and deliver industry-leading solutions that support energy extraction, production, and processing. Our commitment to innovation and operational excellence drives safer, cleaner, and more efficient energy solutions worldwide.
Fueling Your Passion
The Engineer I provides engineering, laboratory, and general support to Quest Integrity projects and staff under the direction of the Director(s), service line manager, and senior engineers. Specifically, you will carry out technical work related to metallurgical engineering and failure analysis, including project receipt and documentation.
As the Engineer I, Metallurgical and Materials, you will be responsible for:
Performing basic technical work related to metallurgical engineering and failure analysis, including sample receipt and documentation
Preparing metallographic samples, including cutting, grinding, polishing, and chemical etching
Providing general sample documentation using digital photography, light optical microscopy, and scanning electron microscopy
Performing general dimensional analysis using standard measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, tape measures, PiTape, and other measuring techniques, as needed
Performing hardness testing using standard laboratory and portable testing equipment
Conducting field metallographic replication testing
Performing general non-destructive examination tasks, including dye penetrant, magnetic particle, and X-Ray fluorescence testing
Compiling and formatting laboratory data for engineering reporting
Familiarizing with best practices and applying them to commercial work
Self-reviewing all work before presenting to colleagues in an organized and quality format
Strictly adhering to company safety policy and general safety awareness
Identifying and implementing quality control standards and procedures for engineering deliverables and client communications, as needed
Reviewing and contributing to proposals and reports
Participating in business development activities (i.e., attending industry conferences, presenting industry specific topics, and engaging in client discussions, as needed)
Balancing budgetary constraints and project delivery timetables
Collaborating with laboratory personnel, including consulting engineers and technicians
Ensuring laboratory projects are labeled and stored in accordance with QA/QC practices and policies
Maintaining firm commitment to Quest Integrity Core Values
Developing technical skills to efficiently execute commercial project work; familiarizing with commonly used standards, methods, and their application
Implementing quality control standards and procedures for engineering deliverables and client communications, as needed
Maintaining professional oral and written communication; appropriate attire for the environment, punctuality, and good organization; attendance and work hours are communicated and appropriate for effective group engagement
Prioritizing personal, colleague, and client safety.
To be successful in this role you will have:
Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical/Materials Engineering or Materials Science (required)
Laboratory experience (is a plus and industrial experience is not required)
Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds and use general machining and power tools, including band saw, grinder, drills, and belt sander
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and diagrams
Familiarity with common industry standards (i.e., API, ASTM, ASME, and/or AWS)
Strong mathematical skills, including percentage calculation, unit conversion, and basic algebra
Experience with scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectroscopy analysis (considered a plus)
Familiarity with material property testing (e.g., tensile, Charpy V-notch, and optical emission spectroscopy considered a plus)
Familiarity with standard metallurgical sample processing (e.g., grinding, polishing, etching) and ability to operate a light optical microscope
Extraordinary problem solving, analytical thinking, and communication (both written and oral) skills (required); familiarity with Microsoft Office (required)
Ability to work with minimum supervision, displaying initiative and self-sufficiency
Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to wear required safety equipment (required); ensuring safety is always a top priority
Ability to think creatively, conduct oneself with diplomacy, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively in a team
Firm commitment to Quest Integrity’s Core Values
Strong interpersonal skills
Work in a Way That Works for You
This role requires flexibility to support customer engagements. Travel expectations are ~20% to 30% and based on business and customer needs.
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way people work and perform at their best varies. In this role, flexible working arrangements may be made available in accordance with business requirements.
You can expect the following work arrangement:
Onsite in Boulder, CO with some remote work opportunities
Normal office environment with visits to industry environments, including plant and/ or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels
Field duties requiring indoor and outdoor work in an industrial atmosphere
Potentially travelling to more than one job site in a day in a variety of climates
May require availability after-hours and weekend support
May have to go through DISA or client specific pre-site requirements prior to visiting site
Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are stronger when our people are developed, engaged, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We invest in wellbeing, capability development, and leadership growth across all levels.
Working for you
Our innovations have transformed the energy industry for over a century. To continue progressing, we look for individuals who embrace change and contribute to building the future.
What You Can Expect
Flexible working opportunities with travel expectations
Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
Comprehensive private medical care options
Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial programs
Education assistance
Generous parental leave
Mental health resources
Dependent care support
Additional elected or voluntary benefits
The annual pay scale for this position is between $68,410.00 - $127,200.00.
Candidates for this role (office-based/ hybrid/ remote) must be located in or near the locations displayed above. The pay range/scale displayed above represents Baker Hughes’ good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum for this position at the time of this posting and applies to the possible locations for this position. Baker Hughes will issue a non-bias competitive offer; the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hires, full-time salaries in some U.S. locations, not including equity or benefits. Where an applicant will ultimately fall within the pay range/scale depends on a variety of factors, including, for example, geographic work location, skillset, qualifications, internal pay alignment, level of experience, and demonstrated performance over time. Please keep in mind that the range stated above is the full base salary range for the role and does not include other forms of compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the pay range for this position during the hiring process.
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.
You will be eligible to participate in the Baker Hughes Short-term incentive plan applicable for the above position. The actual payout for your short-term incentive award will be based on company and individual performance and is contingent upon Baker Hughes achieving pre-determined financial results.
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.
Successful completion of the Baker Hughes Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol screening and background check is required for employment in this role.
This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.
The annual pay scale for this position is between $68,410.00 - $127,200.00. Candidates for this role (office-based/ hybrid/ remote) must be located in or near the locations displayed above. The pay range/scale displayed above represents Baker Hughes’ good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum for this position at the time of this posting and applies to the possible locations for this position. Baker Hughes will issue a non-bias competitive offer; the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hires, full-time salaries in some U.S. locations, not including equity or benefits. Where an applicant will ultimately fall within the pay range/scale depends on a variety of factors, including, for example, geographic work location, skillset, qualifications, internal pay alignment, level of experience, and demonstrated performance over time. Please keep in mind that the range stated above is the full base salary range for the role and does not include other forms of compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the pay range for this position during the hiring process.
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.
You will be eligible to participate in the Baker Hughes Short-term incentive plan applicable for the above position. The actual payout for your short-term incentive award will be based on company and individual performance and is contingent upon Baker Hughes achieving pre-determined financial results.
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: Engineer 2, Materials Science, Disciplinary Engineering and Science