R&D Electrical Engineer (Principal – Senior Advisor)

Job Duties and Qualifications

In this role, you will be responsible for the development of electrical systems for Halliburton’s Production Enhancement Service Line. You will develop state-of-the-art technology solutions for some of the most challenging problems in oil & gas to improve operational efficiency, lower costs, and maximize well productivity. You will need to be creative, dynamic, passionate, and data-driven with the ability to effectively communicate and influence the team to deliver best-in-class technology.

Essential duties & responsibilities:

• Under general supervision, you will develop engineering solutions in data acquisition, sensors, controls, automation, communications, power systems, system wiring, hazardous-area electronics, and related areas
• Projects will be focused on hydraulic fracturing using electric power and/or other large-scale surface equipment technology for oilfield operations. Marine (work boat) applications are likely
• Projects are typically managed from concept to delivery, with some exceptions being during the initial months where assignments may be more task oriented
• Technical leadership on projects will be expected
• Trained 2D and 3D drafter/designers are resources for drawing creation which is a regular part of the job
• Creating procedures, product specifications, installation instructions, risk assessments, test documents, etc. are common tasks and good written communications skills are a must
• Various systems and software tools will be used on a regular basis. This includes an internal Product Data Management system, SAP, internal application tools, and Microsoft Office
• Innovation is expected including contributing to Halliburton’s Intellectual Property portfolio by through invention disclosures and participation in the patent process
• Travel to active well sites will be common. Support for equipment deployments will be common. Longer term deployments may occur to support installations on vessels in shipyards. A typical yearly average will be 5-10% of total available time with some years being having more travel requirement

Education / Experience / Knowledge:

• A Bachelor’s or graduate degree in electrical engineering is required
• Six years of industry experience is required. Experience in the oil and gas industry or other industries such as mining, industrial, chemical plants, and/or heavy equipment design is a plus
• Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher-level roles given (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available from the R&D Principal Electrical Engineer R&D Advisor Electrical Engineer up to the R&D Senior Advisor Electrical Engineer