Manufacturing Systems Engineer

National Oilwell Varco; Navasota (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

National Oilwell Varco in Texas is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to design, develop, and maintain SCADA, PLC, and HMI systems for manufacturing operations, including data acquisition and reporting.

You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and IT to implement automation improvements, validate systems, and provide documentation and training. On-site role in Navasota, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, computer, automation engineering or related field.
• Experience developing or supporting SCADA in industrial settings.
• Proficiency in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and control systems support.
• Experience developing and maintaining HMI applications.
• Working knowledge of SQL databases and data management.
• Understanding of industrial networks and TCP/IP protocols.
• Experience with data acquisition systems and industrial reporting tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and support SCADA systems for industrial manufacturing applications.
• Program, troubleshoot, modify, and support PLC-based control systems.
• Create and maintain HMI screens that provide clear and intuitive operator interfaces.
• Develop and maintain SQL databases used for process monitoring, data storage, and reporting.
• Configure and support industrial communication networks utilizing TCP/IP architecture.
• Develop data acquisition solutions, process charts, and reports for heat-treat and other manufacturing operations.
• Perform system testing, commissioning, and startup activities for new and existing automation systems.
• Troubleshoot controls, automation, network, and communication issues within production environments.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and IT teams on automation projects and system improvements.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, system architecture drawings, and operating procedures.
• Provide technical training and support to operations and maintenance personnel.
• Track project activities and complete follow-up actions related to automation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

SCADA systems

PLC programming

HMI development

SQL databases

Industrial networking

Data acquisition

Troubleshooting

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA software

PLC programming tools

HMI software

Job description

• Develop and optimize manufacturing automation and control systems to improve operational efficiency, process reliability, and equipment performance.
• Support PLC, SCADA, HMI, data acquisition, and industrial network systems throughout manufacturing and heat-treat operations.
• Improve process visibility and decision-making through reliable manufacturing data collection, reporting, and system integration.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and IT teams to identify automation opportunities and implement effective technical solutions.
• Ensure manufacturing systems are properly tested, documented, supported, and continuously improved.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and support SCADA systems for industrial manufacturing applications.
• Program, troubleshoot, modify, and support PLC-based control systems.
• Create and maintain HMI screens that provide clear and intuitive operator interfaces.
• Develop and maintain SQL databases used for process monitoring, data storage, and reporting.
• Configure and support industrial communication networks utilizing TCP/IP architecture.
• Develop data acquisition solutions, process charts, and reports for heat-treat and other manufacturing operations.
• Perform system testing, commissioning, and startup activities for new and existing automation systems.
• Troubleshoot controls, automation, network, and communication issues within production environments.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and IT teams on automation projects and system improvements.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, system architecture drawings, and operating procedures.
• Provide technical training and support to operations and maintenance personnel.
• Track project activities and complete follow-up actions related to automation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent relevant industry experience may be considered.
• Experience developing, maintaining, or supporting SCADA systems in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and control system support.
• Experience developing and maintaining HMI applications.
• Working knowledge of SQL databases and database management.
• Understanding of industrial networking concepts and TCP/IP communication protocols.
• Experience with data acquisition systems and industrial reporting tools.
• Strong technical troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information and maintain clear system documentation.

Job Info

• Job Identification 43118
• Job Category Control Systems
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 04:12 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 9475 FM 1227, Navasota, TX, 77868, US