Drilling Rig Control Systems Engineer

Tasks

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain control systems for land-based drilling rigs and drilling equipment.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, preferably Allen-Bradley and Siemens.
• Support SCADA systems, HMI development, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Perform integration testing, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and customer acceptance testing (CAT).
• Troubleshoot control systems to minimize downtime and improve operational performance.
• Provide technical support to field technicians, drilling operations teams, and engineering teams.Ensure compliance with applicable industry safety standards and regulations.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, functional requirements, software releases, and commissioning procedures.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and field technicians.Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate new technologies and enhance existing systems.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience designing and maintaining drilling rig control systems.
• Strong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens.
• Hands-on experience with SCADA systems and HMI development.
• Experience with VFDs, preferably ABB and GE Converteam.Knowledge of industrial PCs, servers, networking, and communication protocols.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and regulations.Excellent communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
• A hands-on approach and a positive, can-do attitude.

Schedule

• Domestic and international travel required, including visits to drilling rig sites

How to apply

• Share your updated resume by email.

Location

• Houston, TX