Rheology Laboratory Specialist – Drilling and Completion Fluids (DCF) at Baker Hughes

Job description

Do you enjoy working in a laboratory environment and applying scientific expertise to support innovative Drilling and Completion Technologies? Are you passionate about ensuring quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement through laboratory testing and analysis? Join a team that powers innovation At Baker Hughes, our Laboratory team plays a critical role in supporting product development, technology validation, and operational excellence. We are committed to delivering high-quality laboratory services that drive innovation, support customer requirements, and contribute to the success of stimulation operations worldwide. Partner with the best As a Rheology Laboratory Specialist – Drilling and Completion Fluids, you will perform laboratory testing, sample analysis, equipment maintenance, and data interpretation activities to support D&C Fluids technologies and product development initiatives. You will collaborate with technical experts, engineers, and laboratory teams to ensure accurate testing, maintain laboratory standards, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. As a Laboratory Specialist – D&C Fluids, you will be responsible for: · Conducting laboratory testing, sample collection, processing, and analysis while ensuring compliance with Baker Hughes HSE policies, legal requirements, and laboratory procedures. · Reviewing laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs), recommending improvements, and ensuring testing activities are performed safely and accurately. · Recording, managing, and maintaining laboratory data within designated databases while ensuring data integrity and quality. · Inspecting, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining laboratory equipment, escalating issues when necessary and supporting equipment reliability. · Supporting the design and execution of testing programs and protocols to meet internal and external customer requirements. · Control procurement processes and project activities organization. · Analyzing and interpreting laboratory results, preparing reports, and communicating findings to supervisors, technical teams, and customers. · Collaborating with cross-functional teams on technology development, field testing, deployment activities, Root Cause Analysis investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives. · Coaching and supporting junior laboratory personnel while contributing to special projects, cross-product line learning opportunities, and additional product line requirements. Fuel your passion To be successful in this role, you will: · Have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline. · Demonstrated ability to perform and interpret advanced fluid rheology characterization tests, including rheokinetics, magnetorheology, electrorheology, and dielectrorheology analyses. · Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and execute scale-up and scale-down laboratory tests to support product development, process optimization, and field application validation. · Demonstrate experience in laboratory testing, sample preparation, data analysis, and test equipment operation. · Possess strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. · Be capable of working independently on routine and moderately complex assignments. · Minimum 3 years’ experience working in Drilling and Completion Fluids. · Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in a laboratory environment. · Have strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate laboratory documentation. · Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills. · Work effectively within a team environment while supporting junior colleagues. · Show a commitment to quality, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. Desired Characteristics · Experience supporting D&C Fluids technologies and laboratory testing programs. · Knowledge of laboratory equipment calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting. · Exp