R&D Electrical Engineer (Senior – Advisor)

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In this role, you will be responsible for the development of electrical systems for Halliburton’s Production Enhancement or Cementing Product Service Lines. 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 10-20% 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.  
• Four 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. Skills acquired through the completion of an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline and 4 years of related experience. Completion of a masters degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline is preferred.
• 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 Senior Electrical Engineer, Principal Electrical Engineer up to Advisor Electrical Engineer