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NOV

Global oilfield equipment and services provider

Controls Technician 3 - Operations

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSan Antonio, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field is required; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • Five to eight years of industrial controls or automation experience is required.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems up to 480 VAC is required.
  • Experience troubleshooting programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces, variable frequency drives, and industrial automation equipment is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation is required.
  • Experience using electrical test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and process calibrators, is required.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills are required.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are required.
  • PLC programming and troubleshooting, HMI development and support, SCADA systems, industrial networking, servo and motion control, VFD configuration, robotics integration, instrumentation and calibration, electrical troubleshooting, control panel design and wiring, preventive and predictive maintenance, root cause analysis, CMMS software, and Microsoft Office Suite are identified as required capabilities.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders and work from elevated platforms, and work in confined spaces when necessary is required.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods is required.
  • Ability to distinguish wire colors and read detailed electrical drawings is required.
  • Ability to work in industrial environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and moving machinery is required.
  • The role involves exposure to electrical equipment, rotating machinery, compressed air systems, and production processes.
  • Appropriate personal protective equipment is required.

Responsibilities

  • Support ongoing operations for fiberglass pipe manufacturing.
  • Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
  • Program, modify, and maintain PLC logic using platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, or Omron.
  • Configure and troubleshoot HMIs and SCADA systems.
  • Install, calibrate, and maintain industrial instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices.
  • Troubleshoot servo systems, motion control, robotics, and variable frequency drives.
  • Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls-related failures.
  • Interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on automation systems.
  • Support equipment startups, commissioning, and production changeovers.
  • Configure industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, DeviceNet, and other fieldbus systems.
  • Perform system backups, software version control, and documentation updates.
  • Assist engineers with new equipment installations and automation upgrades.
  • Recommend and implement continuous improvement projects that increase equipment reliability and productivity.
  • Mentor Controls Technicians I and II on troubleshooting techniques and best practices.
  • Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, operations, and outside vendors to resolve equipment issues.
  • Ensure compliance with electrical codes, company standards, and safety regulations, including Lockout/Tagout.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records using a CMMS.
  • Participate in on-call support and respond to emergency equipment failures as required.
  • Work may require overtime and weekend work.

About the Company

NOV

Global oilfield equipment and services provider

NOV Inc. provides equipment, technology, and services for the upstream oil and gas industry, designing, manufacturing, and selling drilling and production systems along with oilfield services and supply-chain solutions. Its offerings span complete drilling and production solutions and composite piping through Fiber Glass Systems to support safe, efficient operations and energy-transition projects. With a presence in over 500 locations on six continents, NOV differentiates itself by delivering integrated fabrication, equipment, services, and supply-chain capabilities across regions and markets, including renewables and industrial sectors. Its goal is to help operators run safer, more efficient, and more reliable upstream projects while expanding into energy-transition and other industrial markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1841

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