ConocoPhillips

Automation Lead - Contract

LocationWatford City, ND
Job TypeContract

About This Job


Highlights

Job Number 4371
Location Watford City, ND
Date Posted Apr 23, 2025
Start Date Immediately to Jan 31, 2026
Number of Positions 1
Remote Position Type On-Site Work Only


Skills

Instrumentation, Electrical, & Controls
Electrical Drawlings
P&ID's
I&E Automation
SCADA SYSTEMS
ELECTRICAL & CONTROLS


Description

World's largest independent upstream oil and gas business
SPIRIT values - Safety People Integrity Responsibilitiy Innovation Teamwork
Operations in 13 Countries

ConocoPhillips is hiring for a Automation Lead contract role, based in Watford City, ND.

The Automation Lead is the designated position with the overall responsibility to a ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate would be proven in I&E Automation skilled in Rockwell and PLCs programming, contractor management, automation check-out, SCADA, contractor oversight safety leadership, adherence to the design documents, simplify/reduce mindset and deliver within quality standards. Role functions in most phases in varying participation to ensure the quality of IFC documents while delivering with little need to consult engineering. Role supports the Capital Projects team reporting to the Supervisor/Superintendent and is directly responsible for managing the Contractor’s execution of Site work activities. This is a field-based role with up to 90% of time spent in the field. The position does not currently have an end date and should have a willingness to learn and grow within the GCR Capital Projects Team.

The Automation Lead will oversee site electrical, instrumentation and perform ROC/PLC uploads and check-out assisted by contractors. The Lead will be the Site Project point of contact for operations, engineering, contractors, fabricators, and vendors for electrical, instrumentation and controls construction activities. Knowledge of Industry and ConocoPhillips Standards and Specifications is required.

This position is based at ConocoPhillips Bakken Asset in Watford, North Dakota.


Responsibilities Include

Skilled at ROC/PLC uploads and control system check-out
Respected Site Leader that listens, forms a plan and follows through on commitments while holding others accountable to do the right thing
Lead by example to ensure Operations and Punch-list items are resolved and priority assigned with close-out
Zero incidents, no-change and done-right the first time every time mind-set
Takes ownership, follows through and holds others accountable
Excellent communication and teamwork with good computer skill
Creates a learning team that looks to reduces and simplifies within guidelines
Ensures changes are approved and documented and part of handover to Ops
Responsible to ensure IFC documents/WorkPacks are good quality
Participates in P&ID, Model, programming, C&E and drawing reviews, as needed
Works with Fabrication Superintendent for SCE factory acceptance testing and lead field inspections
Coordinate instrumentation and controls installation with Contractors
Documents ITP ITRs, Loop, Instrument Function and C&E checks
Responsible for Function Check Out, Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning and PSSR’s prior to startup of new facilities
Supports the Project’s Capital Program / Cost Controls by tracking / reporting daily costs and schedule progress
Capability to effectively manage multiple projects sites and through others
Participates in process hazard analysis (PHA), LOPA and safeguard evaluations project risk management process HSE proactive/verification programs
Reports Near Misses and performs Life Saving Rule Verifications (LSRV)
Generates effective solutions based on available information and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical


Basic/Required

5+ years of instrumentation and controls experience within the Oil and Gas industry
2+ years leading I&E Automation site work onshore/offshore
Formal PLC/Automation training
Willing and able to perform/align with the following (with or without reasonable accommodation):
Climb various ladders and stairs ranging in heights up to 50 feet to perform maintenance on equipment
Lift and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds
Walk, stand, stoop, sit, climb, and carry material daily on even and uneven terrain
Work outside in temperature extremes or adverse weather conditions


Preferred

10+ years of Oil and Gas with some SCADA Automation Controls experience
10+ years of liquid and gas measurement experience
5+ years of Fisher 107/827 RTU’s and Allen Bradley PLC experience
Technical knowledge/trained in troubleshooting instrument and electrical equipment
Masters Electrical licenses in North Dakota
Industry Instrument certifications
2 year I&E technical college
Candidate that continuously improves planning, processes and vendors while looks for ways to simplify/reduce
Skilled at aligning all teams without direction
Experienced working in a very fast-track and dynamic environment

ConocoPhillips contract opportunities are for project-based or other short-term engagements that require specialized skills. Successful candidates for contract opportunities will not be considered employees of ConocoPhillips or any of its subsidiaries nor will candidates be eligible for employment benefits. Candidates looking for regular full-time employment opportunities should begin their search here: https://careers.conocophillips.com/

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