ESP Technician
2026-03-04T06:34:52+00:00
Baker Hughes
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Kenya
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Petroleum
Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining
2026-03-16T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company
Join our Field Service team
Our Oilfield Services business provides intelligent, connected technologies to monitor and control our energy extraction assets. Our team provide technical expertise to meet our client expectation in electrical submersible pumps. We provide customers with the peace of mind needed to improve their operations reliably and efficiently.
Work onsite with customers
As a Field Specialist, you will be performing installation/pulling of Electrical Submersible Pumps (ESP) and associated equipment in offshore and onshore oil and water wells. May be required to work unsupervised.
Responsibilities or duties
As a Field Specialist, you will be responsible for:
- Inspecting and assembling all types of ESP submersible equipment, supervises and assists the subsequent installation of tubing and banding of cable, periodically checks system electrical integrity during installation.
- Assists with monitoring, trouble shooting and testing downhole ESP equipment in order to maximize well productivity and ESP run life.
- Calculating required surface voltage, designates proper transformer connections and wire size, sets up surface equipment and ensures system safety devices are installed and functioning.
- Inspecting and repairs all types of ESP submersible equipment, diagnoses problems, makes applicable field repairs to equipment, recommends appropriate action to the customer.
- Performing more specialized electrical work including basic repair work on VSD’s, troubleshooting downhole pressure systems, converting switchboard wiring from one type of controller to another and installing voltage analyzing equipment.
- Performing all levels of maintenance, inspection, checks, testing and troubleshooting on ESP and other artificial lift equipment and commissioning equipment
Qualifications or requirements
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a Two-year Technical Diploma.
- Knowledgeable in Variable Speed Drives (VSD) and automated systems
- Display a powerful customer service-orientation mind-set, experienced leading customers through tough decisions.
- Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, to convey technical concepts to customers, both internal and external.
Experience needed
- Have at least 2 years’ experience in ESP submersible equipment
- Experience in maintenance, troubleshooting and fault finding of Artificial Lift equipment and systems.
Any other provided details
Fuel your passion
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.
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
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- 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 Engineer III -
- Inspecting and assembling all types of ESP submersible equipment, supervises and assists the subsequent installation of tubing and banding of cable, periodically checks system electrical integrity during installation.
- Assists with monitoring, trouble shooting and testing downhole ESP equipment in order to maximize well productivity and ESP run life.
- Calculating required surface voltage, designates proper transformer connections and wire size, sets up surface equipment and ensures system safety devices are installed and functioning.
- Inspecting and repairs all types of ESP submersible equipment, diagnoses problems, makes applicable field repairs to equipment, recommends appropriate action to the customer.
- Performing more specialized electrical work including basic repair work on VSD’s, troubleshooting downhole pressure systems, converting switchboard wiring from one type of controller to another and installing voltage analyzing equipment.
- Performing all levels of maintenance, inspection, checks, testing and troubleshooting on ESP and other artificial lift equipment and commissioning equipment
- Variable Speed Drives (VSD)
- Automated systems
- Customer service-orientation
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Troubleshooting
- Fault finding
- Maintenance
- Two-year Technical Diploma
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Vacancy title:
ESP Technician
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Petroleum, Category: Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining]
Jobs at:
Baker Hughes
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, March 16 2026
Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 4 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Background information about the job or company
Join our Field Service team
Our Oilfield Services business provides intelligent, connected technologies to monitor and control our energy extraction assets. Our team provide technical expertise to meet our client expectation in electrical submersible pumps. We provide customers with the peace of mind needed to improve their operations reliably and efficiently.
Work onsite with customers
As a Field Specialist, you will be performing installation/pulling of Electrical Submersible Pumps (ESP) and associated equipment in offshore and onshore oil and water wells. May be required to work unsupervised.
Responsibilities or duties
As a Field Specialist, you will be responsible for:
- Inspecting and assembling all types of ESP submersible equipment, supervises and assists the subsequent installation of tubing and banding of cable, periodically checks system electrical integrity during installation.
- Assists with monitoring, trouble shooting and testing downhole ESP equipment in order to maximize well productivity and ESP run life.
- Calculating required surface voltage, designates proper transformer connections and wire size, sets up surface equipment and ensures system safety devices are installed and functioning.
- Inspecting and repairs all types of ESP submersible equipment, diagnoses problems, makes applicable field repairs to equipment, recommends appropriate action to the customer.
- Performing more specialized electrical work including basic repair work on VSD’s, troubleshooting downhole pressure systems, converting switchboard wiring from one type of controller to another and installing voltage analyzing equipment.
- Performing all levels of maintenance, inspection, checks, testing and troubleshooting on ESP and other artificial lift equipment and commissioning equipment
Qualifications or requirements
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a Two-year Technical Diploma.
- Knowledgeable in Variable Speed Drives (VSD) and automated systems
- Display a powerful customer service-orientation mind-set, experienced leading customers through tough decisions.
- Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, to convey technical concepts to customers, both internal and external.
Experience needed
- Have at least 2 years’ experience in ESP submersible equipment
- Experience in maintenance, troubleshooting and fault finding of Artificial Lift equipment and systems.
Any other provided details
Fuel your passion
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.
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
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- 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 Engineer III -
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: associate degree
Job application procedure
Application link:https://careers.bakerhughes.com/global/en/job/BAHUGLOBALR161552EXTERNALENGLOBAL/ESP-Technician
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