Automation Engineering Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for developing state of the art drilling performance applications, leading a team of highly skilled engineers. Must be hands on with respect to software development in LabView, C, C++ and PLCs. Accountable for Quality and Consistency of Automation Software products produced by the team. This position envisions product development and manages projects through completion; analyzes designs and develops automation system software enhancements and new modules; manages development projects from initial design through testing while providing strategic management direction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs, develops and modifies drilling rig controls software and tools, including prototypes and carries them through field testing.
• Researches drilling controls, performance and automation product options and provides analysis for department’s future product direction.
• Consults with internal departments and working with the business groups, consults with external customers to identify customer needs and include into project objectives.
• Works with other engineering disciplines to design and develop automation solutions.
• Perform work in accordance with Nabors HS&E policies and procedures.
• Manage team of engineers ensuring design quality and proper documentation of design
• Define and enforce design process steps, including reviews and release processes
• Mentor engineers on proper design methodologies
• Provide insight &/or design system architecture
• Liaise with Project Managers on system functional requirements
• Interface with other departments on manufacturing and testing objectives of prototype equipment
• Set team and individual priorities as needed in alignment with project managers
• Provide detailed progress reports and system functionality documents for upper management
• Identify and hire qualified candidates for team
• Work with the legal department on intellectual property management