Manufacturing Engineering Specialist – Testing Digital & Data Acquisition

About the role

The Manufacturing Engineering Specialist – Testing Digital & Data Acquisition will develop, set up, and maintain data acquisition system (DAS) architectures for testing facilities in Florence, Massa and Avenza. The role focuses on digitalising test methodologies, applying data analytics, machine learning and AI to improve turbomachinery testing for Baker Hughes customers.

Key responsibilities

• Design, configure and validate DAS hardware and software to meet test specifications.
• Execute live data acquisition during turbomachinery tests, ensuring data quality and handling corrective actions.
• Perform post‑processing of test data, applying advanced analytics and AI models to detect anomalies and predict equipment behaviour.
• Develop automated reporting tools and generate certification documents for customers.
• Implement machine‑learning algorithms for anomaly detection and predictive analysis.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive digitalisation of test procedures.

Required profile

• Proven experience with data acquisition systems in an industrial testing environment.
• Strong background in turbomachinery or rotating equipment testing.
• Hands‑on experience applying data analytics, machine learning or AI to engineering data.
• Ability to work onsite in plant facilities and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.

Required skills

• Python programming
• Data acquisition hardware and software integration
• Data pipelines and storage solutions
• Machine‑learning model development and deployment
• Advanced data analysis and anomaly detection techniques