Lead Engineer, Customer Order Engineering – Automation & Control
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Baker Hughes is the leading energy technology company, who delivers across the energy value chain through our market-leading business segments. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries. Our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward! Making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
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As a Lead Control Software Engineer, you will be responsible for application software development and testing for Turbo Machinery equipment (Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine, Electric motor driven compressor etc.) for Baker Hughes Turbomachinery & process solutions business. You'll be responsible for development, testing & site commissioning support for the assigned projects. Develop innovative software solutions towards energy transition.
As a Lead Engineer, you will also be responsible for:
- Developing & Testing of application software for Gas turbines, Steam Turbine for mechanical drive (compressor) & generator drive applications
- Proficiency in testing techniques: test case design, execution, defect tracking, functional, regression, performance, and reliability testing in industrial automation
- Experience with system-level testing of PLC and control systems.
- Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies adapted to engineering projects.
- Advanced coursework or certifications in Industrial Automation, PLC Programming, or SCADA systems is a plus.
- Ability to design and execute test cases for hardware-software integration.
- Strong understanding of PLC programming languages (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram).
- Interpreting of the P&ID & implementation of all the control loops/schemes
- Low fidelity simulation development to test the operative sequences.
- Translating requirements / specifications into control logic/software and deliver projects within required timelines and with high quality standards.
- Working with internal stakeholders & customers to ensure, unit control panel FAT/SAT is closed for the projects.
- Working with cross-functional engineering teams to understand project requirements & deliver the projects in full compliance with requirements.
- Providing support to the site in successful commissioning of the machines within the SLA boundaries.
- Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).
Fuel your passion!
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a BE/BTech in Instrumentation & Controls/ Electrical/ Electronics & Communication Engineering.
- Have 8+ years of hands-on experience in the development of application software/control logic of gas turbine/Steam turbine unit control systems.
- Hands-on experience in 1 or more control systems, such as GE Spectronic (Mark Vie), Siemens -S7 Platform, Triconex, Allen Bradley, GE Fanuc (RX3i, Rx7i), Woodward, CCC.
- Hands-on experience in 1 or more SCADA packages - Simplicity / WinCC.
- Have exposure to acceptance test procedures (FAT/SAT), involving major Oil & Gas customers & EPC organizations.
- Be an excellent team player & work with the team in resolving the difficult situations that evolve during the project execution.
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. 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.
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, Automation & Control, Customer Order Engineering
Skills Required
- BE or BTech in Instrumentation and Controls, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics and Communication Engineering
- 8+ years of hands-on experience developing application software or control logic for gas turbine or steam turbine unit control systems
- Hands-on experience with at least one control system, such as GE Spectronic Mark VIe, Siemens S7, Triconex, Allen Bradley, GE Fanuc RX3i/RX7i, Woodward, or CCC
- Hands-on experience with at least one SCADA package, such as Simplicity or WinCC
- Experience with acceptance test procedures, including FAT/SAT, for oil and gas customers and EPC organizations
- Experience developing and testing application software for gas turbines, steam turbines, compressors, or generator-drive applications
- Knowledge of PLC programming languages, including Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagram
- Experience with system-level PLC and control-system testing
- Ability to interpret P&IDs and implement control loops and schemes
- Ability to design and execute hardware-software integration test cases
- Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies adapted to engineering projects
- Advanced coursework or certifications in industrial automation, PLC programming, or SCADA systems
- Ability to support successful machine commissioning within service-level agreement boundaries
- Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills
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