Work closely with Canrig and Nabors engineering teams, and Nabors and 3rd party operations teams to integrate new technologies and improve existing systems. * Documentation: Prepare and maintain ...
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Work closely with Canrig and Nabors engineering teams, and Nabors and 3rd party operations teams to integrate new technologies and improve existing systems. * Documentation: Prepare and maintain ...
Automation Engineer III
Houston, TX · On-site
Canrig Drilling Technology is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controls Engineer to join our ... Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors ...
Automation Engineer III
Houston, TX · On-site
Canrig Drilling Technology is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controls Engineer to join our ... Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors ...
QHSE MANAGER I
Magnolia, TX · On-site
Provides QHSE leadership, guidance and support to Canrig Manufacturing facilities. Support and ... Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors ...
QHSE MANAGER I
Magnolia, TX · On-site
Provides QHSE leadership, guidance and support to Canrig Manufacturing facilities. Support and ... Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors ...
Provides QHSE leadership, guidance and support to Canrig Manufacturing facilities. Support and ... Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors ...
Provides QHSE leadership, guidance and support to Canrig Manufacturing facilities. Support and ... Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors ...
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$12.98 - $14.07
11% of jobs
$15.06 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.07 - $15.17
16% of jobs
The median wage is $16.26 / hr.
$15.17 - $16.26
23% of jobs
$16.26 - $17.35
11% of jobs
$17.35 - $18.44
11% of jobs
$18.64 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$18.44 - $19.54
21% of jobs
$19.54 - $20.63
3% of jobs
$20.63 - $21.72
1% of jobs
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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time canrig in the United States is $17.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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PLC Engineer in Houston, TX (Fulltime, Onsite)
Houston, TX • On-site
Northern Base
Full-time
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Job description
PLC Engineer
Houston, TX
Fulltime, Onsite
Job Description
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing and maintaining control systems for drilling rigs.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley preferred, but also Siemens)
• Experience with SCADA systems and HMI development
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (ABB and GE Converteam preferred)
• Experience and understanding of Industrial PCs, Servers, networking and communications protocols
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Hands-on approach to solving problems
• Knowledge of industry safety standards and regulations
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• “Can Do” attitude
• Travel to drilling rig sites will be required
• International and Domestic travel will be required
Roles & Responsibilities
• Design and Implementation: Support the development and implementation of advanced control systems for land-based drilling rigs and drilling rig equipment, including participation in customer and vendor facing meetings, and internal design and status reviews.
• System Support: Perform regular support activities such as lab and shop floor set-up, integration testing, factory and customer acceptance testing.
• Technical Support: Participate in and perform troubleshooting of drilling rig and associated equipment control systems to minimize downtime and optimize performance. Provide technical support and guidance to internal field technicians and drilling operations and support teams.
• Safety Protocols: Ensure all control systems comply with industry safety standards and regulations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Canrig and Nabors engineering teams, and Nabors and 3rd party operations teams to integrate new technologies and improve existing systems.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain technical documentation for control systems and procedures, such as product documentation, functional requirements documents, software release documents, commissioning documents, etc.
• Training: Train and mentor junior engineers on control system design, implementation, and maintenance. Train and support field technicians on the deployment, set-up, and commissioning of drilling rig and drilling equipment control systems.