Controls Software Engineer

NOV’s Advanced Analytics Controls and Digital (AACD) team is leading the charge in product automation, carbon footprint reduction, and increased productivity.

Using advanced programming techniques and communication protocols your contribution will have a direct impact on the improvement of a wide variety of product lines spanning the Completion & Production segment in not only the Oil and Gas Energy sector but in directly contributing to the worlds Energy Transition.

Come and shape the future at NOV.

• Design, develop, test, commission, and maintain software and firmware solutions for assigned tasks or subsystems under general guidance.
• Translate defined requirements into functional implementations, with support from senior or lead engineers as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve routine to moderately complex issues across software and control systems, escalating when appropriate.
• Contribute to system integration and testing activities, including field commissioning support.
• Maintain clear and accurate software artifacts, including source code, comments, and supporting documentation.
• Participate in code reviews and apply established best practices and design standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, field service) to support project execution.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools, and standards through feedback and implementation.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with NOV’s standard practices and policies, including safety and environmental requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Control Systems Engineering or related field
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in software or firmware development.
• Working knowledge of IEC 61131-3 (Structured Text) and/or C/C++ programming.
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming concepts and general software design practices.
• Basic understanding of industrial automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and field devices.
• Exposure to industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP) preferred.
• Experience using version control systems and standard development tools preferred.

• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment drug test and background check
• Ability to travel up to 25% annually
• Consistent computer work may require 8 or more hours working at a desk
• Extended standing and light lifting up to 50lbs pounds.

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 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.