Lead Electrical Application Engineer

Are you a technically minded Engineer with equipment knowledge and background in Sales? Are you proactive and adaptable with good English and understanding of the customer? 

Join our customer focused teamOur Industrial & Energy Technology (IET) business provides industry-leading products and services that optimize extraction, production and processing of energy. We work with customers to reduce carbon footprint and pioneer the digital transformation in the context of the energy transition.In order to diversify the business and to pursue growth in industrial and energy sectors BH has recently acquired the Power Generation division of BRUSH Group expanding BH portfolio with electric generators, synchronous condensers, electric motors, and associated control power management systems.

Partner with the bestAs a Lead Electrical Application Engineer, you will play a vital role in creating technical solutions that fulfill the needs of our customers. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide product/scope guidance for new requisitions. You will lead the preparation, management and negotiation of BH technical proposal relevant to Electrical components and systems.

As a Lead Electrical Application Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Managing preparation and negotiation of BH technical proposal, being responsible for the estimation of the budget associated with the proposed solutionHave experience and knowledge of the design of local control cabinet systems and the related electrical panels that are installed inside them.Leading the definition of the technical strategy of the project thus influencing customer towards BH solutions.Preparing the best technical proposal at first submission using bidding tools and implementing, where appropriate, innovative technologyLeading the technical negotiation, coordinating with supporting functions and attending to meeting/presentation with customerApplying product and quality policies, addressing and mitigating any risks as per BH procedures.

Fuel your passionTo be successful in this role you will need to:

• Have a bachelor’s in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Have at least 5 years' experience as an Electrical Engineer and at least 2 years as an application engineer.
• Have an indepth knowledge of applications typical of the energy transition space like energy storage, intelligent grid platforms, PMS is a plus.
• Demonstrate exceptional verbal and non-verbal communication skills for preparing proposals, conducting meetings, answering sales/customer questions and writing/explaining technical aspects.
• Have a basic market/technical knowledge of rotating electrical machines (i.e. MV-HV motors and generators) and related auxiliary systems.
• Be able to interpret customer economics, process and technical specifications and to translate them into competitive technical offering.
• Demonstrate ability to analyze and resolve problems and to lead programs / projects.
• Be fluent in English (oral and written) and have excellent all-round communication skills
• Have very good interpersonal and leadership skills, inclusive team working style and able to effectively interface with all levels of internal and external customers.
• Be available to travel both to regional and international locations to work with customers on site.

Work 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:

•  For us flexibility works both ways, we work with global customers and have annual targets, so as long as we can respond and deliver to these we can offer a lot of flexibility in this role. Talk to us about your desired flexible working options when you apply

Working 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 activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits