Senior Valve and Actuator Engineer - Subsea Structures
Responsible for valve and actuator selection utilized across Baker Hughes subsea product line
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The Senior Valve and Actuator Engineer for Subsea Structures will be responsible for valve and actuator selection utilized across Baker Hughes subsea product line. Responsibility covers, but not limited to: the design and specification for valves used with Baker Hughes manifolds, Xmas Tress, Pipelines, Subsea Distribution Units, Umbilical Termination Assemblies, and Pressure Caps.
As Senior Valve and Actuator Engineer, you will be responsible for:
Selecting valves and actuators, as well as issue the documentation required for subsea products
Preparing the valves and actuators specifications, fulfilling Customer Specs, International Codes and Third Parties Requirements (i.e. review Factory Acceptance Test procedures, Inspection Test Plan, Quality Control Plan and drawings), in strict coordination with other disciplines such as piping, structure and modeling & drafting
Taking care of vendor’s and site’s activities follow-up.
Understanding and having knowledge of NDTs.
Using Baker Hughes quality tools to measure their performance in terms of timeliness (OTD) and quality (FTY) of the deliverables
Being involved in supporting the growth of the business by cooperating to the preparation of technical proposals and/or Design Templates/Practices
Update catalogues of configured, pre-qualified valves. Reduce part proliferation and ensure part re-use.
Potentially enhancing valve designs and driving qualification in line with industry standards. Ensure solutions are cost effective for target markets.
Being the point of contact for advice and problem resolution to clients, sourcing, product management and manufacturing related to valves & actuators.
Continuously driving the creation of common specifications, procedures and approaches through areas of expertise across the subsea productions systems. Identifying Synergies and eliminating duplication of effort and waste.
Working closely with sourcing, manufacturing and quality to ensure philosophy of the Product Catalogue is understood and leveraged in long-term supplier agreements. Solicit feedback from supply chain and across functions to ensure the Product Catalogue offers maximum value.
To be successful in this role you will hold:
Masters or Bachelor degree in Engineering or science based discipline.
10+ years’ of strong and demonstrated experience in valves/actuators activity / industry.
Excellent knowledge of major technical International Standards related to the discipline (ASME B31.3, ASME B31.8, API 6A, 17D, API 6DSS).
Good knowledge and awareness of API 17D Valve Qualifications and compliance.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to urgent executive requests in a timely manner.
English language fluency
Knowledge of materials and piping
Experience in subsea products (preferred) and/or Oil & Gas products
Familiarity with major naval registers’ regulations and subsea standards (DNV, LLRR, ABS, etc…) for fixed and mobile offshore installations
Availability to travel internationally for project needs and for short term assignments
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. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:
Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.
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 must 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
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. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:
Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.
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 must 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
For Italy: The initial pay range for this position will be EUR 51,200 To 70,400. The provisions of Contratto Collettivo Industria Metalmeccanica e della installazione di impianti will be applied to this position. Section VI – Titolo IV of that collective bargaining agreement relates to pay
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Engineering Senior Team leader - Mechanical Engineering
Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR) is an energy technology company that provides solutions for energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
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