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NOV, Inc.

Project Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

NOV Rig Technologies makes and supports the world's most advanced drilling solutions. To learn more ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Management is preferred; or equivalent combination of ...

NOV, Inc.

Mazak Integrex Machinist - 2nd Shift

Houston, TX

$19 - $25.25/hr

NOV Rig Technologies makes and supports the world's most advanced drilling solutions. With a long ... This machinist will be capable of making their own setups using engineering drawings and work order ...

NOV, Inc.

Mazak Integrex Machinist - 2nd Shift

Houston, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

NOV Rig Technologies makes and supports the world's most advanced drilling solutions. With a long ... This machinist will be capable of making their own setups using engineering drawings and work order ...

NOV, Inc.

Quality Assurance Engineer

Cedar Park, TX · On-site

NOV's Energy Products and Services team is driving innovation across well construction and ... Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of ABS and DNV requirements for drilling equipment. Familiarity ...

NOV, Inc.

Quality Assurance Engineer

Cedar Park, TX

NOV's Energy Products and Services team is driving innovation across well construction and ... Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of ABS and DNV requirements for drilling equipment. Familiarity ...

National Oilwell Varco

Senior Robotics Engineer

Houston, TX · Hybrid

$99K - $131K/yr

Configure and validate new automated drilling and pipe handling equipment for deployment onto NOV and customer assets. Qualifications: * Degree in a related engineering field with practical ...

NOV, Inc.

Sales Representative

Odessa, TX · On-site

... development for NOV Digital Services portfolio. This role is responsible for identifying ... You will work closely with operations, engineering, and product teams to accelerate adoption and ...

NOV, Inc.

Electrical Engineer

Cedar Park, TX · On-site

At NOV, we power the world's energy industry by delivering reliable, easy to use equipment and ... drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced ...

NOV, Inc.

Electrical Engineer

Cedar Park, TX

At NOV, we power the world's energy industry by delivering reliable, easy to use equipment and ... drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced ...

NOV, Inc.

Lab Technician

Conroe, TX · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

NOV Fluid Technology is searching for a Fluid Lab Technician to support field operations and the R& ... Experience or education in drilling fluids analysis. * Background in rig operations. Field ...

NOV, Inc.

Lab Technician

Conroe, TX

$17 - $22.50/hr

NOV Fluid Technology is searching for a Fluid Lab Technician to support field operations and the R& ... Experience or education in drilling fluids analysis. * Background in rig operations. Field ...

National Oilwell Varco

Manufacturing Engineer

Conroe, TX

$65K - $84K/yr

NOV is a leading supplier of drilling products around the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with ... Degree in Industrial Engineering * Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing * 3-8 years of Industrial ...

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Do workers at NOV get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
72% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Does NOV pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
82% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

At NOV, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
73% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from NOV affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
93% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at NOV?

Most people get paid time off work.
92% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 84% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 5% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 11% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2025.

Do workers at NOV worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
77% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do NOV workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
53% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it for NOV workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
46% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at NOV?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
92% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do NOV managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
90% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do jobs at NOV spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
17% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at NOV?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
89% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Is working at NOV good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
74% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at NOV feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at NOV get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at NOV?

Most people feel stressed out here.
69% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at NOV enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
76% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at NOV recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
45% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at NOV?

Most people got enough training when they started.
71% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at NOV?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 45% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do people think NOV’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
76% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how NOV is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
35% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
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Project Manager

NOV, Inc.

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

NOV rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

174th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description


About NOV and Rig Technologies
NOV is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry that supports customers' full-field drilling, completion, and production needs. Since 1862, NOV has pioneered innovations that improve the cost-effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and environmental impact of oil and gas operations. We're continually pushing our own standards higher to deliver the safest, most efficient, and most reliable drilling solutions in the world. Join us as we continue to power the industry that powers the world.
NOV Rig Technologies makes and supports the world's most advanced drilling solutions. To learn more about Rig Technologies products and services, please visit us at https://www.nov.com/about/our-company-structure/rig
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide customer / subcontractors and customer suppliers with a single point-of-contact and assume the role of communications coordinator for assigned major projects, which includes coordinating within the various departments.
  • Assure preparation of customer documents and project drawings are completed as required by the contract.
  • Represent Company at customer / subcontractor coordination status meetings.
  • Monitor all activities to assure costs and gross margins are met.
  • Track and control the major components of project cost.
  • Take responsibility for the overall project schedule.
  • Follow administrative procedures as necessary to assure the success of the project.
  • Monitor all project activities, report progress against plans and take corrective action as required to meet plans.
  • Perform other work related tasks as assigned.
  • Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Project management and customer focal point for all NOV associated project work scopes: Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) programs, Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) programs, recertifications, upgrades, reactivaitions, capital equipment exchanges, OEM repairs, rig/ship yard based inspections and other internal projects.
  • Follow standardized processes, policies and operational procedures from a global operations perspective.
  • Responsible for all project planning activities including scope identification, creation of the Project Execution Plan (PEP) and documentation gathering.
  • Create and document required work scopes of the project such as quotations, proposals, purchase orders and change orders as required through the duration of the project.
  • Issue and track purchase orders for parts and services for internal and 3rd party requirements.
  • Responsible for project execution including scope execution and issuance of project certifications.
  • Collaborate with both regional and local Aftermarket representatives (Service, Spares, Repair, Engineering, Sales, Accounting/Finance, etc) to maximise support, planning, project execution and customer experience.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with customer, suppliers and vendors.
  • Responsible for monitoring and controlling projects which includes risk management, change management and progress management, reporting and project close out.
  • Maximize financial results by monitoring / reporting all activities to ensure accurate costing and forecasting of gross margins.
  • Maintain awareness of critical path activities affecting customer sensitive project deadlines; build contingency plans and implement recovery plans.
  • When required, deploy to job site and lead project from site.
  • Responsible for project close out including invoicing, handovers and after action reviews.
  • Perform other work as assigned.
  • Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Management is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and project management experience.
  • 5+ years within a project management role.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  • Experience handling customers and internal stakeholders professionally throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Responsible for all operational activities of assigned projects.
  • Travel to on-site locations to meet with internal and external customers.
  • Maintain a high degree of situation awareness to track and manage issues.
  • Strive to achieve on time delivery.
  • Follow NOV PM procedures and processes.
  • Create customize reports when required.
  • Create, store and find documents in RigOffice.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
  • Communicates effectively.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Planning / Organization.
  • Team oriented.
  • Self motivated.
  • Adaptable to change.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
  • Knowledge of oil and gas industry drilling, pressure control and/or lifting and handling equipment.
  • Strong understanding of PMI principals and methodology.
  • Understanding of technical documentation packages/drawings.
  • Fluent in Aftermarket systems, such as, RigOffice, Compass, Tracker, PIMS, and other system
  • Fluent in MS Office products, specifically Project, Excel, Word, Powerpoint.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS: (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)
  • 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/cost-for-coverage 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.

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About NOV

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Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment and operational support necessary for success. We have the people, capabilities and vision to serve the needs of a challenging and evolving industry. One the world can’t live without. We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create lasting impact for ourselves, our customers and the communities where we live and work. We take responsibility for each other and our company’s future, knowing that personal ownership leads to broader success. We believe in purposeful innovation because we see what others do not and we act. Through business innovation, product creation and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

Industry

Oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1841

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