Software Engineer at NOV South Africa

Ready to Power the World? Join NOV as a Software Engineer in Gqeberha! 💻

Are you a skilled Software Engineer with a passion for PLC programming and a knack for creating seamless simulation environments? NOV South Africa is looking for a talented professional to join our team in Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth).

This is a unique opportunity to lead the delivery and setup of cutting-edge simulators for our automation packages, working with complex electrical and hydraulic systems. If you’re a hands-on problem-solver who thrives on the interaction between software and hardware, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing 💼

As a Software Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of our technical operations, ensuring our simulation and automation systems are configured and optimized to perfection.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• PLC and Network Configuration: You’ll be a master of Siemens S7 PLC software, configuring it for both simulation and real-world machine environments. You’ll also establish and optimize network configurations to enhance system performance.
• Simulation & System Development: You will fine-tune simulation performance, evaluate new system features, and provide crucial technical support to users.
• Troubleshooting & Documentation: You’ll use your expertise to debug simulations of electrical and hydraulic components and develop clear, comprehensive technical documentation for all your work.

Who We’re Looking For 🌟

The ideal candidate is a highly skilled engineer with a deep understanding of software-hardware interaction and a proven track record in a technical environment.

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Advanced technical certifications are a definite plus.
• Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of PLC software (especially Siemens S7), strong skills in network configuration, and proven expertise in simulation software development.
• Experience: Proficiency in debugging simulations and a deep understanding of software-hardware interaction.
• Physical Ability: The ability to work in a technical laboratory or workshop environment with complex systems and equipment.

Why Join NOV?

At NOV, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world. With over 150 years of experience, we provide the technical expertise and advanced equipment that is necessary for success, now and in the future. We’re a global family, and we believe in purposeful innovation and putting service above all.

If you are a skilled engineer ready to make a lasting impact, we look forward to receiving your application.

Job ID: 34384

Job Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift

Apply Before: August 31, 2025