ILI Field Specialist (In-line Inspection)

Join our Process & Pipeline Services Team!

Baker Hughes Process & Pipeline Services (PPS) supports the full lifecycle of customers' asset from pre-commissioning to decommissioning. We help to reduce future corrosion, improve efficiency and maximize throughput. Our engineered solutions for commissioning, and maintenance shutdowns include specialized services for the oil and gas, power generation, metals and mining.

Partner With the best:

As a field Specialsit you will assist with all phases of pipeline integrity and mechanical cleaning projects, including pre‑job, on‑site, and post‑job responsibilities, carried out at base and client locations using mechanical cleaning decoking trucks and electronic equipment such as geophones, receivers, transmitters, laptops with tracking software, line finders, and survey tools. When not engaged in project work, duties include equipment maintenance, housekeeping and training, with strict adherence to company policies, procedures, and HSE standards. Any prior experience in decoking, ultrasonic testing (UT), or in‑line inspection (ILI) is highly preferred.

- Pre‑job tasks: scope development, equipment checks, client contact, travel arrangements, packing, crew coordination, dispatching work orders.
- On‑site duties: manage personnel, conduct safety meetings, prepare reports, maintain equipment, pig launching/tracking, line locating, AGM deployment, pipeline cleaning, project supervision.
- Post‑job tasks: equipment maintenance, packing/unpacking, reporting, demobilization, time/expense documentation.
- Equipment handling: assist with setup, repair, cleaning, rigging down, repacking, and unpacking.
- General upkeep: equipment maintenance, housekeeping, debris management, environmental protection.
- Safety responsibilities: participate in safety meetings, identify/report hazards, follow HSE policies, support audits, training, and campaigns.
- Other duties: travel to remote sites, support company projects, and represent the company professionally.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you should:

- Have a bachelor's in Engineering; technical training in electronics, welding, or ultrasonics preferred.
- Have a minimum of 5 years of experince in in-line inspection (ILI)
- Have a strong hands‑on skills and ability to recognize problems.
- Be eligbile to work in Saudi Arabia without sponsorship
- Professional conduct: Represent the company professionally, maintain confidentiality, and communicate effectively with clients.
- Travel & shifts: Willingness to travel extensively on short notice; flexible for irregular shifts up to 14 hours.
- Technical skills: Proficiency with laptops, Excel, GPS/mapping software; capable of email dispatch and data tracking.
- Communication: Fluent in English (phone, text, email); reasonable math skills for operational calculations.
- Training ability: Capable of teaching technical and administrative skills to junior staff.
- Work style: Detail‑oriented, multitasker, team‑focused, courteous, and respectful.
- Specialized skills: Line locating, pigging equipment operation, GPS navigation, AGM systems knowledge and in‑line inspection (ILI)
- Preferred experience: Any background in decoking, ultrasonic testing (UT) is highly valued.
- Physical requirements: Ability to walk long distances, work outdoors, stand for extended periods, lift up to 70 lbs.
- Licensing: Valid driver’s license, ability to rent vehicles; good hearing and vision for acoustic/visual equipment.

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:

·       Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

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

·       Safety net of life insurance and disability programs

·       Tailored financial programs

·       Additional elected or voluntary benefits

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: FIELD SPEC IV - FLD