FREE ACCESS
5,000–10,000 jobs/day
See all jobs on JobTailor
Search thousands of fresh jobs every day.
Discover
- Fresh listings
- Fast filters
- No subscription required
Create a free account and start exploring right away.
Controls Software Engineer
NOVControls Software Engineer developing software and firmware solutions for automation and energy transition. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve a variety of product lines.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Design, develop, test, commission, and maintain software and firmware solutions for assigned tasks or subsystems under general guidance.
- Translate defined requirements into functional implementations, with support from senior or lead engineers as needed.
- Troubleshoot and resolve routine to moderately complex issues across software and control systems, escalating when appropriate.
- Contribute to system integration and testing activities, including field commissioning support.
- Maintain clear and accurate software artifacts, including source code, comments, and supporting documentation.
- Participate in code reviews and apply established best practices and design standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, field service) to support project execution.
- Support continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools, and standards through feedback and implementation.
- Ensure all work is performed in accordance with NOV’s standard practices and policies, including safety and environmental requirements.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Control Systems Engineering or related field
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in software or firmware development.
- Working knowledge of IEC 61131-3 (Structured Text) and/or C/C++ programming.
- Familiarity with object-oriented programming concepts and general software design practices.
- Basic understanding of industrial automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and field devices.
- Exposure to industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP) preferred.
- Experience using version control systems and standard development tools preferred.
Benefits
Comp & perks- 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
- Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information.
- FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
- FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
- FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
- All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
- All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.
ATS Keywords
✓ Tailor your resumeApplicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
software developmentfirmware developmentIEC 61131-3C/C++ programmingobject-oriented programmingindustrial automation systemsPLCsHMIsindustrial communication protocolsversion control systems
Soft Skills
troubleshootingproblem-solvingcollaborationcommunicationcontinuous improvementattention to detailadaptabilityteamworkfeedback implementationcode review
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Control Systems Engineering