Field Service Electrical Engineer

Baker Hughes; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical care options

Generous parental leave

Mental health resources

Flexible working hours

Job summary

A global energy technology company is seeking an experienced Field Service Electrical Engineer. The role involves commissioning high voltage equipment and conducting electrical testing while adhering to health and safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, with a willingness to travel frequently and deliver technical training. The position offers contemporary work-life balance and comprehensive benefits including medical care and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Degree or apprenticeship in electrical engineering with experience.
• Ability to work with high and medium voltage electrical systems.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 85% of time.

Responsibilities

• Commission high voltage generators and motors.
• Conduct electrical testing on high and low voltage equipment.
• Deliver training on Brush products to clients.

Skills

High voltage safety procedures

Electrical power generation and distribution systems

Networking systems knowledge (Modbus, Ethernet)

Problem solving skills

Education

Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Field Service Electrical Engineer (Remote in Houston)

Be among the first 25 applicants.

Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer motivated to deliver the best service to your customers?

Would you like the opportunity to further develop your career with a global energy technology company?

Join our Field Service team!

At Baker Hughes our purpose is clear; We take energy forward making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet. Our IET team provides industry‑leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production and processing of energy. BRUSH power generation products enhances Baker Hughes portfolio of electromechanical equipment, including electric generators, synchronous condensers, electric motors, and associated control power management systems.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning High Voltage Generators, Motors, Synchronous condensers, Power management systems (PMS), Electrical protection systems, Excitation Controllers (AVRs), and Synchronizing equipment.
• Performing role while applying company health and safety procedures applicable to the job site. Typical examples are HV safety, lock out tag out, permit to work systems and risk and method statements.
• Conducting upgrades to AVRS, PMS systems, Synchronizers, Protection relays and other control elements.
• Carrying out electrical testing on high and low voltage equipment and machine windings in the field. Examples may include Polarization Index, Insulation resistance, and Ductor tests.
• Practicing some degree of project management at site.
• Delivering training on Brush products to clients and field service colleagues.
• Interpreting technical drawings, specifications and technical requirements. Attend technical meetings on site and at customers’ premises.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or completed and/or a recognized craft apprenticeship in electrical engineering with demonstrated experience in the field.
• High level knowledge of electrical power generation and distribution systems for industrial equipment. Ideally have knowledge of networking systems such as, Modbus, Ethernet, 61850, Fiber.
• Be self reliant, resourceful and a problem solver with well developed commercial awareness.
• Experienced in representing the Company at customers’ sites and operating remotely on own initiative whilst observing the requirements set down in the Company’s Code of Conduct.
• Able to work with Company’s rules and guidance notes on health and safety, including operation of safe systems of work in relation to high voltage and medium voltage electrical systems and work in a heavy industrial environment.
• Able and willingness travel when called upon and on short notice on a regular basis both domestically and internationally 75% - 85% of the time or as business needs dictate.

Work Preferences

• Working flexible hours from home office in the Houston region.

Benefits

• Contemporary work‑life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs.
• Tailored financial programs.
• Education Assistance.
• Generous Parental Leave.
• Mental Health resources.
• Dependent Care.
• Additional elected or voluntary benefit.

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.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Information Technology