Power Systems & Industrial Power Generation Operations Leader

Baker Hughes•Houston, TX

13d

About The Position

The Power Systems & Industrial Power Generation Operations Leader for Turbomachinery Equipment oversees installation, commissioning, start-up, and warranty phases of turbomachinery equipment at customer sites across North America. The role requires knowledge of turbomachinery systems, concepts, and interfaces, along with project-management capability and the ability to lead skilled technicians and engineers. The position focuses on quality, safety, customer satisfaction, and project profitability. It also manages project financial performance and customer communication, ensures compliance with relevant safety and industry requirements, maintains project documentation, and drives process improvements. The role may require travel of up to 35% of working time for jobs, as business requires.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
At least 7 years of experience in project management, preferably with large EPC companies, OEMs, or end users in installation- and commissioning-related roles.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; fluency in English and ability to deliver presentations at executive level.
Entrepreneurial mindset and strong behavioral, influencing, and leadership competencies.
Proficiency in managing project financials, including revenues, contribution margin, and cash.
Thorough knowledge of terms-and-conditions glossary and dynamics, including contractual provisions, risks, claims, and remedies management.
Background in gas turbines, steam turbines, and compressor technologies, as well as energy-transition technologies such as hydrogen, carbon capture, geothermal, and energy storage.
Ability to travel internationally to visit customers or company locations.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute installation, commissioning, start-up, and warranty management for turbomachinery equipment, delivering projects on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
Promote execution, continuous improvement, and innovation.
Manage project financial performance, including planning and reporting project costs, revenues, contribution margins, and cash collections.
Indirectly lead and mentor installation technicians and engineers, fostering safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Provide technical input during installation and troubleshoot issues to support successful project delivery.
Serve as the primary customer contact during installation, address concerns, and support customer satisfaction.
Promote the company’s commitment to safety and quality.
Ensure installation activities comply with health and safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies; implement safety protocols and conduct regular safety training.
Maintain project documentation, including progress reports, installation records, and as-built drawings.
Identify process-improvement opportunities and implement best practices to improve installation efficiency and quality.
Communicate project status, milestones, and critical issues to senior management.

Benefits

Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
Comprehensive private medical care options
Life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial programs
Education assistance
Generous parental leave
Mental health resources
Dependent care
Additional elected or voluntary benefits
Company-sponsored health and welfare programs
Thrift Plan (401k)
Eligibility for additional compensation such as bonuses, subject to applicable plans or policies