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Lead Automation Field Specialist (Downstream Chemicals) - Sugarland, TX

Baker Hughes Holdings LLC
life insurance, parental leave
United States, Texas, Austin
Nov 05, 2025
Join our Downstream Chemical Team Our Downstream Chemical Team uses technology consisting of chemistry, knowledge expertise, Intellectual Property, correct application methods and monitoring to improve the water and process treatment applications at refinery and industrial plants while providing value to our clients. Builds customer relationships to identify future requirements to help revenue growth. Leads and develops collaborative efforts to solve complex and unique technical problems. Provides technical guidance and mentorship to operations teams to enable safe and compliant service and support for our customer's needs. Partner with the best Job Description Summary This Lead Field Specialist role within Downstream Chemicals Service Delivery organization will provide technical support to our key customers focused on delivering Automation technologies and optimizing related applications across North America. In this role, the specialist will be viewed internally and externally as a field subject matter expert for Automation technologies, applications and disciplines tied to refining and petrochemical business segments. As a Lead Field Specialist, you will be responsible for: Leading Automation technical support efforts across existing and new Downstream key accounts within North America to enable flawless execution through involvement in pre-planning, job execution, and post-job analysis Working closely with Service Delivery, Sales and Technology teams to design technical job programs including risk mitigation plans to meet customer's objectives and maximize revenue potential Providing on-demand support for automation applications in refineries including installation for new applications, troubleshooting and technical recommendations for existing applications Building trusting relationships and interfacing with key customers at both corporate and field facilities Identifying and collaborating with field team to drive projects, technical and innovative solutions that bring value to our customers Participating and providing technical leadership in industry forums Performing annual technical audits and health checks on all assigned accounts Providing support to Operations, Technology and Sales for automation portfolio as needed including roll out and application of new technologies in the field Providing technical presentation for customers and field personnel Performing job analysis to understand application hazards & incident potential Working on field incidents related to products/services and participate in incident investigation when required Taking on special projects including Product Line specific responsibilities, as assigned To be successful in this role you will: Have a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline, (Chemical Engineering preferred) Have 5+ years of industrial water treatment experience with 3+ years of experience in automation discipline Have a solid understanding of water and process-related automation technologies as well as industry standards with field/operations/application support experience Be able to function independently as well as in a team environment Communicate effectively - able to convey complex technical concepts accurately and concisely to all individuals of all levels of experience both in a written and oral format Be available to travel up to 50% of the time Develop and provide technical mentorship to others Be available on call outside of normal business hours Be able to lead, plan, coordinate and deliver projects and programs successfully 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: Monday - Friday, (8am -5pm) 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 Education Assistance Generous Parental Leave Mental Health resources, Virtual Therapy Programs Dependent and Partners Care Pet Insurance Additional elected or voluntary benefits Grade : 08 Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. About Us: We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to 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. Join Us: Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let's come together and take energy forward. Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.