Lead Robotics Engineer at Baker Hughes

Florence, Tuscany, Italy

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Energy, Oil and GasIndustries

Requirements

Master Degree in Engineering (preferably Mechatronics, Automation, Electronics, or related fields)
Previous and proven experience in technical leading roles within automation and robotics
Strong skills in project management, systems engineering, and supplier coordination
Excellent communicator and leader
Solid understanding of HSE standards and lab operations

Responsibilities

Leading research and development projects for new technologies, from concept to field validation
Acting as Systems Engineer, coordinating cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, sourcing) throughout all project phases
Managing program execution, including planning, resource allocation, budgeting, and business case development
Conducting HSE (Health, Safety & Environmental) assessments during testing, production, and industrialization phases
Collaborating with manufacturing, engineering, and sourcing teams to identify process improvement opportunities and scout new suppliers
Defining the long-term automation and robotics roadmap with a 10-year strategic horizon
Communicating key achievements and project milestones to senior leadership
Serving as a reference point for advanced manufacturing technologies across the organization
Fostering collaboration with universities and research centers for low TRL research, managing both technical and project execution aspects
Performing technology scouting and building a strategic supplier network for future initiatives
Drafting detailed technical specifications, aligning vendors on requirements, and leading technical and economic evaluations
Overseeing the execution of industrialized solutions, including design reviews, site acceptance tests (SAT), and final acceptance tests (FAT)
Managing lab equipment, including scheduled maintenance and procurement of new tools and instruments

Skills

Robotics

Automation

Systems Engineering

Project Management

HSE

Manufacturing

Sourcing

Budgeting

Business Case Development

Roadmap Planning

Technology Readiness Levels

Virtual Reality

Baker Hughes

Energy technology solutions for oil and gas

About Baker Hughes

Baker Hughes provides a wide range of services and products aimed at improving the performance and sustainability of businesses in the oil and gas industry. Their offerings include advanced technology solutions, consultancy services, and training programs that help clients optimize operations, enhance safety, and minimize environmental impact. The company focuses on machine asset management and health monitoring solutions, and their training services combine e-learning with classroom instruction to boost workforce competency. Unlike many competitors, Baker Hughes integrates sustainability into its core business model, emphasizing environmental, social, and governance principles. Their goal is to lead the transition to cleaner energy by reducing their carbon footprint and promoting diversity and inclusion within their workforce.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters

1972Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Consulting, EnergyIndustries