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Field Services Engineers qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer category, provided your degree aligns with the role's technical scope. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the port of entry. Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate. Both pathways require a concrete job offer and an employer willing to document specialty occupation requirements.
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Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer motivated to deliver the best service to your customers?
Would you like the opportunity to further develop your career with a global energy technology company?
Join our Field Service team!
At Baker Hughes our purpose is clear; We take energy forward making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet. Our IET team provides industry-leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production and processing of energy. BRUSH power generation products enhance Baker Hughes portfolio of electromechanical equipment, including electric generators, synchronous condensers, electric motors, and associated control power management systems.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Electrical Engineer will carry out commissioning/installation/repair/maintenance and upgrading of large rotating electrical machines and their associated control equipment in the field at customer sites throughout the US and abroad.
As a Field Specialist-Electrical Commissioning, you will be responsible for:
- Commissioning High Voltage Generators, Motors, Synchronous condensers, Power management systems (PMS), Electrical protection systems, Excitation Controllers (AVRs), and Synchronizing equipment.
- Performing role while applying company health and safety procedures applicable to the job site. Typical examples are HV safety, lock out tag out, permit to work systems and risk and method statements.
- Conducting upgrades to AVRS, PMS systems, Synchronizers, Protection relays and other control elements.
- Carrying out electrical testing on high and low voltage equipment and machine windings in the field. Examples may include Polarization Index, Insulation resistance, and Ductor tests.
- Practicing some degree of project management at site.
- Delivering training on Brush products to clients and field service colleagues.
- Interpreting technical drawings, specifications and technical requirements. Attend technical meetings on site and at customers’ premises.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or completed and/or a recognized craft apprenticeship in electrical engineering with demonstrated experience in the field.
- High level knowledge of electrical power generation and distribution systems for industrial equipment. Ideally have knowledge of networking systems such as, Modbus, Ethernet, 61850, Fiber.
- Be self-reliant, resourceful and a problem solver with well-developed commercial awareness.
- Experienced in representing the Company at customers’ sites and operating remotely on own initiative whilst observing the requirements set down in the Company’s Code of Conduct.
- Able to work with Company’s rules and guidance notes on health and safety, including operation of safe systems of work in relation to high voltage and medium voltage electrical systems and work in a heavy industrial environment.
- Able and willingness to travel when called upon and on short notice on a regular basis both domestically and internationally 75% - 85% of the time or as business needs dictate.
WORKING CONDITIONS
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 from home office in the Houston region.
WORKING FOR YOU
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we must 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
- Education Assistance
- Generous Parental Leave
- Mental Health resources
- Dependent Care
- Additional elected or voluntary benefit
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
LOCATION
Field Service Electrical Engineer (Remote in Houston)
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Field Specialist III - SVS
INTRODUCTION
Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer motivated to deliver the best service to your customers?
Would you like the opportunity to further develop your career with a global energy technology company?
Join our Field Service team!
At Baker Hughes our purpose is clear; We take energy forward making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet. Our IET team provides industry-leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production and processing of energy. BRUSH power generation products enhance Baker Hughes portfolio of electromechanical equipment, including electric generators, synchronous condensers, electric motors, and associated control power management systems.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Electrical Engineer will carry out commissioning/installation/repair/maintenance and upgrading of large rotating electrical machines and their associated control equipment in the field at customer sites throughout the US and abroad.
As a Field Specialist-Electrical Commissioning, you will be responsible for:
- Commissioning High Voltage Generators, Motors, Synchronous condensers, Power management systems (PMS), Electrical protection systems, Excitation Controllers (AVRs), and Synchronizing equipment.
- Performing role while applying company health and safety procedures applicable to the job site. Typical examples are HV safety, lock out tag out, permit to work systems and risk and method statements.
- Conducting upgrades to AVRS, PMS systems, Synchronizers, Protection relays and other control elements.
- Carrying out electrical testing on high and low voltage equipment and machine windings in the field. Examples may include Polarization Index, Insulation resistance, and Ductor tests.
- Practicing some degree of project management at site.
- Delivering training on Brush products to clients and field service colleagues.
- Interpreting technical drawings, specifications and technical requirements. Attend technical meetings on site and at customers’ premises.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or completed and/or a recognized craft apprenticeship in electrical engineering with demonstrated experience in the field.
- High level knowledge of electrical power generation and distribution systems for industrial equipment. Ideally have knowledge of networking systems such as, Modbus, Ethernet, 61850, Fiber.
- Be self-reliant, resourceful and a problem solver with well-developed commercial awareness.
- Experienced in representing the Company at customers’ sites and operating remotely on own initiative whilst observing the requirements set down in the Company’s Code of Conduct.
- Able to work with Company’s rules and guidance notes on health and safety, including operation of safe systems of work in relation to high voltage and medium voltage electrical systems and work in a heavy industrial environment.
- Able and willingness to travel when called upon and on short notice on a regular basis both domestically and internationally 75% - 85% of the time or as business needs dictate.
WORKING CONDITIONS
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 from home office in the Houston region.
WORKING FOR YOU
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we must 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
- Education Assistance
- Generous Parental Leave
- Mental Health resources
- Dependent Care
- Additional elected or voluntary benefit
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
LOCATION
Field Service Electrical Engineer (Remote in Houston)
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Field Specialist III - SVS
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Field Services Engineer
Match your credential to the role
TN visa approval for Field Services Engineers hinges on your degree field matching the technical scope of the position. A mechanical or electrical engineering degree supports most field roles; a general technology degree may not. Verify the match before applying.
Target employers with on-site service contracts
Companies managing infrastructure, industrial equipment, or telecommunications networks routinely hire Field Services Engineers and are familiar with TN sponsorship. Focus your search on firms with active service contracts requiring engineers on client sites across the U.S.
Clarify your entry method before accepting an offer
Canadian citizens can present TN documentation directly at a land port of entry or pre-clearance airport, which can activate status the same day. Mexican citizens must schedule a consular appointment, so build that timeline into your start date negotiation.
Request a support letter covering technical duties
Your employer's TN support letter must describe the engineering nature of the role, not just the job title. CBP officers evaluate whether field diagnostics, systems integration, or hardware commissioning duties constitute engineering work requiring your specific degree.
Search for sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Field Services Engineer roles at employers with recent visa filings, indicating experience with work visa sponsorship. Filtering by TN-eligible positions saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship discussions would start from zero.
Prepare for multi-site work documentation questions
Field Services Engineers often work across multiple client locations, which can prompt CBP or consular questions about your primary employer relationship. Carry a letter from your employer confirming you remain their W-2 employee regardless of deployment location.
Field Services Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Field Services Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided the position meets the USMCA Engineer category requirements. The role must require at least a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, and your credential must align with the technical duties. Field diagnostics, systems commissioning, and on-site hardware integration generally qualify when the employer's support letter documents the engineering nature of the work clearly.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for this role?
TN has no annual lottery or cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start work as soon as status is approved, sometimes the same day at a land border crossing. H-1B visa requires lottery selection and has an October 1 start date. For Field Services Engineers with Canadian or Mexican citizenship, TN is often the faster, more predictable path, assuming the role meets degree alignment requirements.
Where can I find Field Services Engineer jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-eligible roles in the U.S. You can search Field Services Engineer positions filtered by TN sponsorship, so you're connecting with employers who already understand the USMCA process rather than starting the education process from scratch with every recruiter you contact.
Can my employer sponsor me for TN status if I'll be working at client sites?
Yes, but your employer must document that you remain their direct employee and that the engineering work you perform falls within the TN Engineer category. Multi-site deployment is common in field services roles, so your support letter should explicitly address the employment relationship and clarify that client site work doesn't change your W-2 status or the nature of your duties.
How long does it take to get TN status as a Field Services Engineer?
Canadian citizens applying at a port of entry can receive TN status the same day if documentation is complete. Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate, where processing typically takes a few business days to several weeks depending on appointment availability. TN status is granted in three-year increments and can be renewed indefinitely, so there's no urgency to transition to another visa category.