Engineering Specialist - Customer Application Engineering (M/F/D)

Posted:
6/9/2026, 2:27:14 AM

Location(s):
Tuscany, Italy ⋅ Florence, Tuscany, Italy

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Workplace Type:
On-site

Do you relish the prospect of working with cutting-edge energy technology? Would you enjoy contributing to global energy solutions in a dynamic and evolving industry?
 

Join our successful team!

Our Industrial & Energy Technology (IET) team provides industry-leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production and processing of energy. We help a diverse range of customers across the value chain to reduce operating costs and improve productivity. Our team is responsible for the assembly of high-quality and innovative products.


Collaborate with the best
The Engineering Specialist - Customer Application Engineering, with Reciprocating Compressor Application, leads the technical strategy of our offering in agreement with the project team/functions. They are the main technical interface with the customer during the Inquiry To Order (ITO) phase. The key role of the job holder is to translate the customer’s needs into the most compelling technical solution leveraging RC product portfolio and technology.

Responsibilities, authorities, accountabilities:

As Engineering Specialist - Customer Application Engineering, you will be responsible for:

  • Lead the preparation and management of technical proposal relevant to Reciprocating Compressor applications with a critical approach to maximize value proposition for Customer.
  • Lead the definition of the technical strategy of the project thus influencing Customer towards Baker Hughes solutions.
  • Take care of the estimation/accuracy of the budget associated with the proposed solution.
  • Prepare, within the required timeline, the most compelling technical proposal at first submission.
  • Apply product and quality policies, addressing, and mitigating any residual risk as per Baker Hughes procedures.
  • Lead the technical negotiation, coordinating with supporting functions and attending to meeting/presentation with Customer.
  • Hand over the technical contract to execution team in case of award in the smoothest way achievable.


Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role, you will:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
  • Have experience in Engineering, Application Engineering, Product management, Customer Service, or equivalent technical role for 2+ yrs.
  • Be fluent in English (spoken and written) with good communication skills.
  • Have a willingness to work on stretched deadlines with flexible time management.
  • Be available to travel at short notice.
  • Capability to work in team and ability to take decisions independently.
  • Be very open to work in multicultural teams and be open-minded.

Desired Characteristics

  • Good oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills.
  • Effective problem identification and solution skills. Proven analytical and organizational ability.
  • Previous experience in Reciprocating Compressor technology/market would be an appreciated plus.


Work in a way that works for you
We recognise that everyone is different and the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best varies. 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 in everything in and work when you are the most productive.

• This role is working with our customers on-site in locations across the world. When onsite, you will have the flexibility to work in line with customer working patterns. When projects are complete, we offer you the opportunity to take extended leave before you take on your next project.


Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all 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

• Additional elected or voluntary benefits


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.

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The initial pay range for this position will be EUR 43,200 To 59,400. he 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 Specialist - Customer Application Engineering