What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Software Architect - Power Generation position at Halliburton?
Key Responsibilities
- Define and own the end‑to‑end software and controls architecture for power generation systems.
- Lead architecture for engine/turbine, alternator, SCR, auxiliary (pumps/fans etc), and supervisory control subsystems.
- Define system‑level and supervisory state machines (START, RUN, FAULT, STOP, etc.).
- Specify data models, communication interfaces, and command/response workflows between subsystems and supervisory controls.
- Define HMI concepts, operator workflows, alarms, and fault handling philosophy.
- Architect fail‑safe behavior and communication‑loss detection across all controllers.
- Define data logging, event/fault history, and operational statistics requirements.
- Review and guide implementation by software and controls teams; serve as technical escalation point.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 10 years of experience in industrial control systems or power generation software.
- Strong experience with PLC‑based control systems and supervisory control/HMI.
- Proven expertise in state‑based control, fault management, and safety‑critical systems.
- Ability to lead multi‑disciplinary technical teams and interface with vendors.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with engine/gas turbine or generator control systems.
- Exposure to SCR or emissions control systems.
- Experience with distributed supervisory systems and remote monitoring.
Candidates exceeding minimum requirements may be considered for higher-level positions based on experience, additional qualifications, and business needs. Positions in consideration start from Principal Software Developer, Advisor Software Developer up to the Senior Advisor Software Developer.
Please Note:
This posting is intended to collect candidate information for Halliburton’s talent pool, and is not considered an application. By completing the candidate profile, recruiters will have visibility to your information in order to contact you for a future related job opportunity. In addition to providing your information on this posting, we encourage you to create a Job Alert within our career site. The Job Alert allows you to select search criteria for positions that match your interest(s). Once positions are posted that match your search criteria, you will receive an email notification.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and own the end‑to‑end software and controls architecture for power generation systems.
- Lead architecture for engine/turbine, alternator, SCR, auxiliary (pumps/fans etc), and supervisory control subsystems.
- Define system‑level and supervisory state machines (START, RUN, FAULT, STOP, etc.).
- Specify data models, communication interfaces, and command/response workflows between subsystems and supervisory controls.
- Define HMI concepts, operator workflows, alarms, and fault handling philosophy.
- Architect fail‑safe behavior and communication‑loss detection across all controllers.
- Define data logging, event/fault history, and operational statistics requirements.
- Review and guide implementation by software and controls teams; serve as technical escalation point.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 10 years of experience in industrial control systems or power generation software.
- Strong experience with PLC‑based control systems and supervisory control/HMI.
- Proven expertise in state‑based control, fault management, and safety‑critical systems.
- Ability to lead multi‑disciplinary technical teams and interface with vendors.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with engine/gas turbine or generator control systems.
- Exposure to SCR or emissions control systems.
- Experience with distributed supervisory systems and remote monitoring.
Candidates exceeding minimum requirements may be considered for higher-level positions based on experience, additional qualifications, and business needs. Positions in consideration start from Principal Software Developer, Advisor Software Developer up to the Senior Advisor Software Developer.
Please Note:
This posting is intended to collect candidate information for Halliburton’s talent pool, and is not considered an application. By completing the candidate profile, recruiters will have visibility to your information in order to contact you for a future related job opportunity. In addition to providing your information on this posting, we encourage you to create a Job Alert within our career site. The Job Alert allows you to select search criteria for positions that match your interest(s). Once positions are posted that match your search criteria, you will receive an email notification.
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