Downstream Chemicals Automation Specialist

Baker Hughes•US-CA-OTHER CALIFORNIA, CA

5d•$88,490 - $164,250•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves defining, executing, and scaling automation solutions to improve operational efficiency, safety, reliability, and customer outcomes in refining and industrial chemical applications. The specialist will manage the end-to-end product lifecycle and ensure integration with Baker Hughes digital platforms and customer systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
6–10 years of experience in Downstream Chemicals, refining, or industrial process environments.
3+ years in product management, automation, digital, or technology-focused roles.
Hands-on exposure to DCS, SCADA, PLCs, and field instrumentation.
Working knowledge of IIoT, data platforms, and digital integrations.
Strong understanding of downstream chemical operations, applications, and economics.
Ability to translate technical capabilities into business value and customer outcomes.
Proven cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management.
Structured problem-solving, prioritization, and decision-making capability.

Responsibilities

Defining and supporting the execution of the Downstream Chemicals (DSC) automation product strategy aligned with digital modernization goals.
Owning the product roadmap, prioritizing features, selecting technologies, and planning phased deployments.
Managing the full product lifecycle from concept and pilot through commercialization, scaling, and end-of-life.
Ensuring automation solutions integrate with Baker Hughes (BH) digital platforms and customer systems (data, visualization, reporting).
Coordinating with third-party automation partners for installation, training, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Acting as the primary product owner for automation within the DSC digital and automation portfolio.
Collaborating with engineering, digital & analytics, operations, HSE, sales, and marketing to deliver scalable solutions.
Supporting commercial teams with technical expertise, value messaging, and product positioning.
Monitoring market trends, competitor offerings, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.
Gathering customer feedback to refine offerings and drive adoption.
Identifying innovation and differentiation opportunities to strengthen BH’s automation value proposition.