R&D Electrical Engineer- Senior/Principal

Job Duties

• Under general supervision, acts as a technical lead on projects, as required, by establishing development plans and approving design documents.
• Evaluates project risks and provides input to project leads to develop mitigation strategies. Uses engineering tools, test specifications and assessment of Health, Safety and Environment requirements during the design process.
• Uses software tools or applications to perform routine analysis to predict reliability and performance. Contributes to Halliburton's Intellectual Property portfolio by delivering innovative and commercially successful solutions.
• Creates an impactful relationship with Halliburton's technical community, customers, and vendors by proactively collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Participates in professional societies in area of specialization.
• 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.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Power Electronics Design Engineer to join our Research & Development team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, simulation, and validation of advanced power electronics systems and solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional and global teams across multiple engineering disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, and thermal engineering, to deliver high-quality products and technologies.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the R&D team, your responsibilities will include:

• Perform simulation and modeling of subsystems to evaluate and validate design concepts.
• Design and develop power converters, inverters, and related power electronic systems.
• Develop and optimize analog circuit designs.
• Select, evaluate, and validate critical power electronic components.
• Support obsolescence management activities and component lifecycle planning.
• Provide technical support during product testing, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive product innovation and performance improvements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through the effective use of emerging technologies and AI-enabled tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required Skills & Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of electric machine modeling and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with simulation and analysis tools such as MATLAB, PLECS, and SPICE.
• Knowledge of schematic design and PCB layout methodologies.
• Understanding of DSP and microcontroller architectures, including embedded programming concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured engineering approach.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Solid fundamentals in electronics and power electronics design.
• Basic understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and thermal management principles.
• Practical, hands-on approach with a willingness to work extensively in laboratory environments and with electronic hardware.
• Curiosity and openness to leveraging AI-based tools to enhance engineering productivity and innovation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Preferred Qualification

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field with 0–2 years of relevant experience.

Minimum Qualification

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field with 2–4 years of relevant industry experience.

Shift Timing:  Flexible

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, including R&D Electrical Engineer- Senior and  R&D Electrical Engineer- Principal.