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Do you enjoy designing safety‑critical mechanical equipment that supports nuclear and industrial applications? Are you passionate about developing compliant, high‑precision valve solutions that meet stringent industry codes and standards?
Join our Team!
Baker Hughes is recognized as a global energy technology company serving the energy and industrial sectors across more than 120 countries. Within our Valves division, we are delivering advanced flow control solutions including control valves, safety relief valves, and regulators that meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and reliability for commercial and nuclear applications.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Nuclear Mechanical Engineer, you design and developing flow control equipment for nuclear and industrial applications. You are solving complex engineering problems, creating CAD models and drawings, generating bills of materials, and developing test plans to meet customer and regulatory requirements. You are collaborating with global, cross‑functional teams to support manufacturing, testing, sales, and field service while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and internal engineering practices.
As a Nuclear Mechanical Engineer, you are responsible for:
- Designing and developing control valves, safety relief valves, regulators, and related products for nuclear and industrial applications.
- Executing design, analysis, and evaluation of assigned projects using sound mechanical engineering principles.
- Creating 3D CAD models, drawings, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks and related tools.
- Reviewing customer specifications and translating requirements into manufacturing instructions.
- Adhering to design review processes to ensure accuracy, quality, and manufacturability.
- Preparing bills of materials, test specifications, and processing instructions to meet quality and manufacturing requirements.
- Supporting manufacturing through material substitution reviews and non‑conformance disposition.
- Collaborating with global engineering teams to support order execution and resolve engineering issues.
- Supporting Sales by providing technical design solutions for complex valve applications.
- Analyzing field issues to distinguish between design deficiencies and application‑related concerns.
- Maintaining knowledge of applicable codes and standards including ASME, EN, ISA, and Norsok.
- Supporting planning, manufacturing, and sourcing organizations during product fulfillment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you are:
- Have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
- Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in product design, development, or application engineering.
- Have experience in control valve or safety valve design, preferably in nuclear or severe‑service applications.
- Have proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
- Have knowledge of ASME and related codes and standards applicable to valve design.
- Have strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
- Have effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
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.
- Work Schedule: Onsite
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 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 to maintain knowledge of new developments and technologies of Lufkin and other manufacturers’ equipment in order to provide the highest standard of service.
- 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
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.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Engineering Experienced Professional - Mechanical Component
INTRODUCTION
Do you enjoy designing safety‑critical mechanical equipment that supports nuclear and industrial applications? Are you passionate about developing compliant, high‑precision valve solutions that meet stringent industry codes and standards?
Join our Team!
Baker Hughes is recognized as a global energy technology company serving the energy and industrial sectors across more than 120 countries. Within our Valves division, we are delivering advanced flow control solutions including control valves, safety relief valves, and regulators that meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and reliability for commercial and nuclear applications.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Nuclear Mechanical Engineer, you design and developing flow control equipment for nuclear and industrial applications. You are solving complex engineering problems, creating CAD models and drawings, generating bills of materials, and developing test plans to meet customer and regulatory requirements. You are collaborating with global, cross‑functional teams to support manufacturing, testing, sales, and field service while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and internal engineering practices.
As a Nuclear Mechanical Engineer, you are responsible for:
- Designing and developing control valves, safety relief valves, regulators, and related products for nuclear and industrial applications.
- Executing design, analysis, and evaluation of assigned projects using sound mechanical engineering principles.
- Creating 3D CAD models, drawings, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks and related tools.
- Reviewing customer specifications and translating requirements into manufacturing instructions.
- Adhering to design review processes to ensure accuracy, quality, and manufacturability.
- Preparing bills of materials, test specifications, and processing instructions to meet quality and manufacturing requirements.
- Supporting manufacturing through material substitution reviews and non‑conformance disposition.
- Collaborating with global engineering teams to support order execution and resolve engineering issues.
- Supporting Sales by providing technical design solutions for complex valve applications.
- Analyzing field issues to distinguish between design deficiencies and application‑related concerns.
- Maintaining knowledge of applicable codes and standards including ASME, EN, ISA, and Norsok.
- Supporting planning, manufacturing, and sourcing organizations during product fulfillment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you are:
- Have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
- Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in product design, development, or application engineering.
- Have experience in control valve or safety valve design, preferably in nuclear or severe‑service applications.
- Have proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
- Have knowledge of ASME and related codes and standards applicable to valve design.
- Have strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
- Have effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
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.
- Work Schedule: Onsite
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 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 to maintain knowledge of new developments and technologies of Lufkin and other manufacturers’ equipment in order to provide the highest standard of service.
- 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
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.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Engineering Experienced Professional - Mechanical Component
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Which companies sponsor visas for mechanical engineers in Texas?
Several large employers in Texas have consistent track records of sponsoring mechanical engineers. In Houston, energy companies like ExxonMobil, Shell, and Chevron Phillips Chemical file H-1B petitions for mechanical roles regularly. Engineering and construction firms like Fluor and Wood Group operate extensively across the state. In the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Bell Textron are active sponsors for aerospace and defense mechanical engineers.
Which visa types are most common for mechanical engineer roles in Texas?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for mechanical engineers in Texas, as the role generally qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Engineers from Canada or Mexico may qualify for the TN visa under the USMCA, which does not require a lottery. Australian nationals holding an E-3 visa are also eligible for mechanical engineering roles, provided the job meets specialty occupation requirements.
Which cities in Texas have the most mechanical engineer sponsorship jobs?
Houston leads by a wide margin due to its concentration of oil and gas, petrochemical, and energy infrastructure employers. Dallas-Fort Worth is the second major hub, driven by aerospace, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing. San Antonio has a growing advanced manufacturing and military systems sector, while Austin's expanding technology and semiconductor industry has increased demand for mechanical engineers with experience in hardware and thermal systems.
How to find mechanical engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international engineers searching for visa sponsorship roles, filtering out positions where sponsorship is not available. For mechanical engineer jobs in Texas, you can browse listings filtered by state and role, focusing on employers in Houston's energy sector or the Dallas-Fort Worth aerospace corridor. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with documented sponsorship activity, saving time compared to applying to roles that do not support work visas.
What should international mechanical engineers know about working in Texas specifically?
Texas has no state income tax, which affects total compensation calculations when comparing offers across states. The energy sector dominates Houston hiring, so mechanical engineers with experience in rotating equipment, piping systems, or pressure vessels are particularly sought after. Many large Texas employers in oil and gas and aerospace work on government contracts, which can affect visa sponsorship timelines and security clearance eligibility for non-citizens depending on the specific role.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored mechanical engineer jobs in Texas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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