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In office (Navasota)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp
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H-1B filings in 12 months: 1
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 13, 2026. NOV scores A on the Alion truth index.
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NOV is a US oilfield equipment and technology company headquartered in Houston, Texas, supplying drilling rigs and rig components, downhole tools, drill pipe, artificial lift, completion and production equipment and aftermarket services to the oil and gas industry. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it traces its heritage to 1862 and took its current form as National Oilwell Varco in the 2005 merger of National Oilwell and Varco International, with sites in the US, Brazil, Norway, India and Saudi Arabia. It hires assembly and shop technicians, welders and painters, quality, mechanical and robotics engineers, field service technicians, project managers and accountants.
- Automation and Controls Engineering
- Participate in the creative process of idea development
- Think critically of the challenges and help drive solutions
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing project requirements and provide multiple solutions to problems
- Use iterative design methods that strive for continuous improvement
- Support equipment from concept development to testing and deployment
- Contribute to general improvements in the quality and key activities of the department/area.
- Organize task to de-risk project
- Ability to strongly communicate ideas to the team or management
- Analyze prospective ideas and provide feedback
- Develop complex wiring schematics
- Understand 3D model assemblies
- Utilize 2D software to develop schematics
- Create wiring schematics and hardware controls systems
- Create BOMs to convey material selections and to clearly identify part hierarchy
- Carry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and department/area work instructions.
- Participate in training where required.
- Carry out all duties safely and in accordance with the Health & Safety Policy, Employee Handbook, procedures, training and instruction.
- To be safety conscious and report any safety hazards to the HSE representative.
- Experience: 5+ years of electrical engineering and controls experience; hardware, automation, and new product design/deployment experience preferred.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field strongly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, 2D drafting, cable routing, and interpreting engineering drawings, including assembly drawings and wiring diagrams.
- Industry Standards: Knowledge of UL, CSA, NEC, and IEEE standards, including design drafting, material selection, and drafting practices.
- Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
- Problem-Solving: Strong technical, analytical, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Collaboration: Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach.
- Adaptability: Ability to navigate changing priorities, take initiative, and contribute to continuous product improvement and innovation.
- Professionalism: Strong organizational skills, accountability, and a commitment to professional growth.
- Travel: Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically and 5% internationally; valid passport required.
- Certifications/Training: IADC WellCAP and SafeLand USA well site safety training.
- Language: Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
COMPETITIVE BENEFITS: (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
- Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
- FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
- FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
- FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
- All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
- All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.
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