NOV reviews

3.5

64% would recommend to a friend

(3,243 total reviews)

Clay C. Williams

70% approve of CEO

53% positive business outlook

NOV has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 3,243 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The NOV employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
2.0
Jun 13, 2017

HR

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Pros

There are a lot of good people in this company. Ones that care about each other, and there are a lot that are always willing to help.

Cons

The HR.... I was with the company for many years. And was constantly mislead about my career and growth potential, lied to on multiple occasions so they could promote their friends. I was once told by an HR manager that "I don't work well with men".... If you are not part of their inner circle don't bother looking for growth or promotions. The don't understand recruiting in the slightest and believe that it is not a valuable aspect of Human Resources. Talent is not a priority to them and they want the cheapest person that can just do the job. The culture and values have changed dramatically. In my opinion not for the best.

3.0
May 1, 2017

NOV is not a good place for a modern software engineer.

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Pros

Good benefits package. Decent compensation in up market but expect no bonuses at all in an even or down market.

Cons

Oil & Gas is a volatile industry, and there have been massive layoffs in 2016 & 2017. NOV does not understand software and it is a challenge to move management out of their comfort zone. There is a strong "good old boys" culture that can be hostile to women and minorities.

1.0
Apr 4, 2017

Company has turned into a "who you know" employment model.

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Pros

Had a decent salary. yep.

Cons

If you have friends in the right places, great place to be. Get promoted often. If you do not have the right friends, or there is a change of power, watch out. Those in power will give all the promotions to their friends. If you are lucky, you will get pushed into a corner, if you are not, or have a desirable position, they will eliminate or demote you to give it to their friend.

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