Field Specialist - ALS

FIELD SPECIALIST - ARTIFICIAL LIFT SYSTEMS Baker Hughes Do you thrive working directly with customers in dynamic field environments? Are you energized by solving complex technical challenges as part of a high-performing team? Baker Hughes is seeking a Field Specialist to join our Field Service division and make a tangible impact on energy operations across Kenya and beyond. ABOUT THE ROLE In this position, you will deliver hands-on technical support for our customers' critical oil and water well operations. Working both onsite at customer locations and independently when needed, you will install, maintain, and troubleshoot Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) systems in offshore and onshore environments. This is a role where your technical expertise directly enhances operational reliability and efficiency for the clients we serve. YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES You will inspect, assemble and oversee installation of ESP submersible equipment, managing the complete installation process including tubing setup and cable management. You'll conduct periodic electrical integrity checks throughout installation phases to ensure optimal system performance. Your troubleshooting capabilities will be essential as you monitor, test and diagnose downhole ESP equipment, working to maximize productivity and extend equipment lifespan. You will calculate necessary surface voltage specifications, determine proper transformer connections and wire sizing, configure surface equipment installations and verify all safety devices function correctly. When equipment requires service, you will diagnose faults, execute field repairs and recommend solutions to customers. Your responsibilities also extend to specialized electrical work including Variable Speed Drive repairs, pressure system troubleshooting, switchboard rewiring for controller conversions and voltage analysis equipment installation. Ongoing maintenance, inspection, testing, commissioning and troubleshooting of ESP and artificial lift systems will form a central part of your daily duties. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR You hold a Two-year Technical Diploma in a relevant discipline. You bring at least two years of hands-on experience working with ESP submersible equipment. You possess proven experience in maintenance, troubleshooting and fault diagnosis of artificial lift equipment and systems. Your knowledge of Variable Speed Drives and automated systems is solid and practical. Beyond technical skills, you demonstrate a genuine customer service orientation, guiding clients through complex technical decisions with confidence. Your written and verbal communication abilities enable you to translate technical concepts clearly for both internal teams and external customers. WHAT WE OFFER Baker Hughes invests meaningfully in our people because we know our success depends on engaged, developed teams. You'll receive contemporary work-life balance policies supported by comprehensive wellbeing initiatives. Our benefits package includes private medical coverage, life insurance and disability protection, structured financial programs, and additional voluntary benefits you can tailor to your needs. We create an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work and grow your career within an organization that spans 120 countries and over a century of innovation. Baker Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building diverse, inclusive teams.