Lead Engineer - Product Design Engineer

Lead Engineer – Product Design EngineerJoin Our Power Systems & Control Engineering Team!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 applicationsLeading analytical and design activities using established power electronics methodologies and technologiesDeveloping gate driver designs to ensure optimal performance and reliability of power electronic systemsCreating fault detection, protection, and signaling schemes to enhance system diagnostics and fault mitigation capabilitiesSupporting the design and development of advanced power control algorithms for industrial variable speed drive applicationsCollaborating with engineering teams to validate power section performance, reliability, and manufacturabilityCommunicating technical strategies and recommendations to senior leaders and cross-functional teamsContributing to the development of technical documentation, white papers, and design guidelines related to power electronics systemsWorking closely with supply chain and commercialization teams to support successful product introduction and lifecycle managementDriving innovation in power conversion technologies while ensuring compliance with quality, reliability, and performance requirementsTo be successful in this role you will:Have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related engineering disciplineDemonstrate strong experience in power electronics design, including AC-to-DC and DC-to-AC conversion systemsPossess expertise in power converter and inverter architecture development and validationHave experience developing gate drivers, fault detection systems, and protection schemes for power electronic applicationsDemonstrate strong analytical, troubleshooting, and system-level design capabilitiesBe able to effectively communicate technical concepts and influence cross-functional stakeholdersHave experience working collaboratively across engineering, product development, and supply chain organizationsDesired CharacteristicsProficiency with Altera FPGA design toolsStrong experience using MATLAB/Simulink and associated toolsets including:SimPowerSystemsSimscapeModel Predictive Control ToolboxFuzzy Logic ToolboxStateflow ToolboxRobust Control ToolboxNeural Network ToolboxExperience with LabVIEW and optimization tools such as AMPL and CPLEXKnowledge of simulation and power systems analysis tools including:PowerWorld SimulatorPSIMPSCADETAPSABERProficiency in C programming languageKnowledge of intelligent, advanced, and model-based control techniquesDemonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions in complex power electronics and industrial drive applicationsWork in a way that works for youWe 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 productiveWorking with usOur 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 youOur 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 activitiesComprehensive private medical care optionsSafety net of life insurance and disability programsTailored financial programsAdditional elected or voluntary benefitsThis position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.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: Lead Engineer, Electrical, Disciplinary Engineering and Science