AUTOMATION ENGINEER II

Rig Automation Technology Engineer IIThe Rig Automation Technology Engineer II, within Rig Automation Technology – NCS Engineering & Technical, supports the development, integration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of new and existing drilling rig automation technologies.The position serves as a technical link between engineering development and field execution, working closely with Controls & Automation, EMS Technical Support, Rig Engineering, Rig Operations, and third-party suppliers to deliver safe, reliable, and field-proven solutions.Job Identification 1001655Posting Date 08/12/2026, 04:09 PMApply Before 09/12/2026, 12:00 AMDegree Level Bachelor's DegreeJob Schedule Full timeLocations 515 W Greens Road, Houston, TX, 77067, USResponsibilitiesPerform basic engineering calculations and technical evaluations to assess the safety, suitability, and feasibility of designs and applications.Support the integration, testing, commissioning, deployment, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of drilling rig automation systems.Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including functional requirements, FMECA, test procedures, commissioning reports, troubleshooting guides, field reports, and as-built records.Review drawings, specifications, manuals, and technical data to support evaluation of feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements.Work with multidisciplinary teams and third-party suppliers to support field execution, testing, troubleshooting, quality, and project deliverables.Expand technical knowledge through hands-on engineering assignments, field exposure, testing, and commissioning activities.QualificationsPreferably Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Petroleum Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.Minimum three years of oil and gas industry experience, with working knowledge of drilling rig components and drilling operations.Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.Basic proficiency with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks and ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.Preferred QualificationsExperience working for a drilling contractor or organization directly involved in drilling operations.Hands-on experience with drilling rig equipment, automation systems, commissioning, deployment, or troubleshooting.Basic understanding of Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix and familiarity with Studio 5000 for diagnostics, logic review, and basic troubleshooting.Behavioral CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical, field-focused approach.Demonstrates ownership, accountability, reliability, and commitment to completing assigned work.Organized and dependable in managing priorities, meetings, follow-up actions, and project commitments.Demonstrates initiative to participate in field testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and development activities.Works effectively with multidisciplinary engineering, operations, field, and supplier teams.Technical CompetenciesAbility to perform basic engineering calculations related to mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and drilling rig systems.Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulics, electrical systems, instrumentation, sensors, actuators, and integrated rig automation systems.Willingness to expand learning to PLC-based control systems, Allen-Bradley platforms, and machine-vision technologies.Ability to support systematic troubleshooting and identify practical improvements to equipment and automation systems.Physical Requirements / Working ConditionsAbility to travel to domestic and international rig-up yards, test yards, and operating drilling rigs, approximately 25% of time worked.Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and elevated rig structures, including the rig floor and racking board, while wearing required PPE and fall-protection equipment.Ability to work in office, yard, and drilling-rig environments and safely access equipment for testing, commissioning, inspection, and troubleshooting.Work Authorization Requirement: Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.Equal Opportunity Employer Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct.