Lead Engineer – Product Design Engineer
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Join Our Power Systems & Control Engineering Team!
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The Lead Engineer – Product Design Engineer is responsible for driving the design and development of power converters, power inverters, associated gate drivers, and power control algorithms for Industrial Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) used in the energy extraction market.
This role requires deep expertise in power electronics, including AC-to-DC and DC-to-AC conversion technologies, power section architecture, fault management, and advanced control systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions that deliver reliable, efficient, and high-performance drive systems for demanding industrial applications.
As a Lead Engineer – Product Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:
Defining and validating power converter and inverter architectures, subcomponents, and performance characteristics for industrial applications
Leading analytical and design activities using established power electronics methodologies and technologies
Developing gate driver designs to ensure optimal performance and reliability of power electronic systems
Creating fault detection, protection, and signaling schemes to enhance system diagnostics and fault mitigation capabilities
Supporting the design and development of advanced power control algorithms for industrial variable speed drive applications
Collaborating with engineering teams to validate power section performance, reliability, and manufacturability
Communicating technical strategies and recommendations to senior leaders and cross-functional teams
Contributing to the development of technical documentation, white papers, and design guidelines related to power electronics systems
Working closely with supply chain and commercialization teams to support successful product introduction and lifecycle management
Driving innovation in power conversion technologies while ensuring compliance with quality, reliability, and performance requirements
Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role you will:
Have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related engineering discipline
Demonstrate strong experience in power electronics design, including AC-to-DC and DC-to-AC conversion systems
Possess expertise in power converter and inverter architecture development and validation
Have experience developing gate drivers, fault detection systems, and protection schemes for power electronic applications
Demonstrate strong analytical, troubleshooting, and system-level design capabilities
Be able to effectively communicate technical concepts and influence cross-functional stakeholders
Have experience working collaboratively across engineering, product development, and supply chain organizations
Desired Characteristics
Proficiency with Altera FPGA design tools
Strong experience using MATLAB/Simulink and associated toolsets including:
Experience with LabVIEW and optimization tools such as AMPL and CPLEX
Knowledge of simulation and power systems analysis tools including:
PowerWorld Simulator
PSIM
PSCAD
ETAP
SABER
Proficiency in C programming language
Knowledge of intelligent, advanced, and model-based control techniques
Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions in complex power electronics and industrial drive applications
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 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: Lead Engineer, Electrical, Disciplinary Engineering and Science
