About this Lead Automation Engineer (d/f/m) role at Baker Hughes
Do you have experience developing PLC and SCADA/HMI solutions for complex industrial automation systems?
Want to work on innovative subsea technologies alongside international, multidisciplinary teams?
Partner with the best
Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy‑technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain. Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization. With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future.
Fuel your passion
We are looking for an experienced Lead Engineer to design, develop, and maintain industrial automation and control systems for subsea applications. The role involves PLC and SCADA/HMI software development, system integration, communication network configuration, and participation in testing and commissioning activities. You will play a key role in ensuring that solutions meet customer requirements, industry standards, and Baker Hughes quality expectations.
As a Lead Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for:
Developing software for industrial automation systems and designing, maintaining, and servicing automation solutions for subsea oil and gas production systems.
Configuring communication interfaces, applications, and system components, and providing support in identifying and resolving issues and abnormalities within industrial automation systems.
Analyzing and interpreting customer requirements.
Preparing project specifications and test procedures.
Participating in verification and quality reviews of automation systems.
Collaborating with Project Managers on project scope definition and schedule execution.
Participating in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT/eFAT), as well as the installation and commissioning of automation systems.
Cooperating with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional Baker Hughes teams (electronics, hydraulics, mechanical engineering, and systems engineering) to ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and Baker Hughes quality standards.
To be successful in this role you will:
Have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field and a few years of experience in a similar role.
Be fluent in English, both written and spoken (C1 level).
Have experience in designing and servicing SCADA/HMI systems and integrating them with PLC controllers and automation systems (Wonderware InTouch, Proficy GE Cimplicity, Siemens PCS7, Ignition SCADA, Beckhoff TwinCAT).
Have experience in developing and maintaining PLC software (Allen Bradley ControlLogix, Siemens S7-300, Siemens S7-1500, Beckhoff), as well as working with industrial communication networks and protocols (Modbus, Profibus, EtherNet/IP, CAN).
Possess knowledge of OPC server technologies, configuration and diagnostics, as well as P&ID diagrams and instrumentation drawings.
Be proficient in software development using high-level programming languages such as C/C++, C#, and Python.
Be willing to travel internationally for business purposes (10-15% of working time) and be able to perform effectively under time pressure.
Demonstrate a self-motivated and proactive approach, strong communication skills, a positive problem-solving mindset, and the ability to quickly learn and independently expand technical expertise.
Work in a way that works for you
We 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:
Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.
This position is based in Warsaw, Poland, where you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with a growing engineering team while supporting global projects and international customers.
Working with us
Our 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 you
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we must 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
The initial pay range for this position will be PLN 146,000 To 270,000. There are no provisions of any collective agreement relating to pay which will be applied to this position.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Lead Engineer, Automation & Control, Service Engineering