Petrochemical and Process Fouling Control Technical Support Specialist

Baker HughesSugar Land, Texas

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Benefits

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Health & Wellness Programs

Job Description

Are you passionate about solving complex process challenges in refinery and petrochemical operations?

Do you enjoy applying technical expertise to optimize equipment performance and support customer success?

Partnering with the best

Baker Hughes is a global energy technology leader supporting customers across refining, petrochemical, and process industries. Our Technical Support Specialists combine deep process knowledge with application expertise to deliver high value solutions that improve reliability, reduce fouling, and enhance performance.

Fueling your passion

As a Petrochemical & Process Fouling Control Technical Support Specialist, you are applying engineering and chemistry principles to diagnose fouling issues, support customer applications, and guide solution development. You are collaborating with cross functional teams, mentoring others as an SME, and supporting customers in troubleshooting, bids, and proposals. You are working with autonomy while contributing to reliability improvement, equipment performance, and operational excellence.

As a Technical Support Specialist, you are being responsible for:

Applying process engineering methodologies for requirement definition, analysis, and risk evaluation
Supporting cross functional teams with technical, commercial, and application insights
Engaging with customers for troubleshooting, solution scoping, bids, and proposals
Providing technical mentoring and guidance as a subject matter expert
Leading or assisting projects to improve performance, cost, or reliability
Analyzing fouling mechanisms in petrochemical and refinery operations including steam cracking, butadiene extraction, styrene purification, and refining units
Evaluating equipment such as piping, valves, rotating equipment, absorbers, distillation columns, fired heaters, and heat exchangers
Supporting corrosion, emulsions, foaming, and fuel related challenges
Advising on design for manufacturability, reliability, and product development
Ensuring safe, effective, and compliant technical operations

To be successful in this role you will:

Have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
Have strong experience in fouling mechanisms and mitigation strategies
Have knowledge of refinery and petrochemical equipment design and operation
Have customer facing experience including troubleshooting and proposal support
Have strong analytical, communication, and cross functional collaboration skills

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do. We develop talent, encourage engagement, and foster an environment where every team member can bring their full self to work.

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:

Worklife balance and wellbeing programs
Private medical care
Life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial benefits
Additional 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: Senior Engineer, Chemistry & Chemical, Product Performance Engineering

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This job at Baker Hughes is located in Sugar Land, Texas, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Baker Hughes?

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What employment applies to this position at Baker Hughes?

Baker Hughes lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Baker Hughes?

Baker Hughes is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by Baker Hughes for this role?

Baker Hughes offers following benefits: Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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