Senior Controls & Automation Engineer - Drilling Systems

Nabors Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology provider is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer III in Houston, Texas. The role involves developing advanced control systems for drilling rigs, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and providing technical support to operations. Ideal candidates will have experience in troubleshooting and collaboration with engineering teams. This full-time position offers opportunities for mentoring junior engineers and improving existing systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with land-based drilling rigs and control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to optimize performance.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced control systems for drilling rigs.
• Support integration testing and acceptance testing.
• Provide technical support to field technicians and operations.
• Ensure compliance with industry safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and third-party operations.

Skills

Advanced control systems

Troubleshooting

Technical support

Team collaboration

Documentation

Job description

A leading energy technology provider is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer III in Houston, Texas. The role involves developing advanced control systems for drilling rigs, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and providing technical support to operations. Ideal candidates will have experience in troubleshooting and collaboration with engineering teams. This full-time position offers opportunities for mentoring junior engineers and improving existing systems.