ConocoPhillips

I&E Specialist - Bakken

LocationWatford City, ND
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Welcome to ConocoPhillips, where innovation and excellence create a platform for opportunity and growth. Come realize your full potential here.


Who We Are

We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.


Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment

To deliver superior performance, we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual. Wherever possible, we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage, personal growth and, ultimately, create business success.


Job Summary


Bakken Overview


The Bakken trend is a sequence of liquids-rich sand and shale layers in the Williston Basin, which stretches across western North Dakota and into Canada. The company’s position in the Bakken development area is comprised of approximately 562,000 net unconventional acres, which include 382,000 net mineral acres and 180,000 net leasehold acres. The company focuses on unconventional tight-oil play development and production in the most prolific portion of the basin.


During 2023, net production averaged 106 MBOED. There were 37 operated wells brought online during 2023, bringing the total to more than 850 operated wells online at year-end. Position Overview

If you are selected as the I&E Specialist, you will be supporting operations, base, and capital projects. Instrumentation, Electrical, & Control services are a critical piece of the ongoing operations and maintenance of the Bakken Asset. The I&E Specialist will need to cover a wide range of control systems, including programming, execution, troubleshooting, and tuning of our PLCs and PID loops. This role will also require in-depth collaboration to help implement programs in support of asset goals such as, but not limited to, flare management, operability, firmware upgrades, etc.


This is a Safety Sensitive position.

ConocoPhillips’ offers additional benefits to support employees living and maintaining a primary residence in the Watford City, ND area. For more details visit: Living in the Bakken and view the Living and Working in Watford City video.


Your responsibilities may include:

Complying with all applicable DOT and OSHA regulations, and safety policies and procedures
Performing all duties of this position with a focus on safety, environmental protection and regulatory compliance
Creating and responding to SAP notifications and process work orders
Driving teamwork throughout the area of responsibility and strong collaboration skills
Working with engineering to plan and execute program changes/upgrades
Working with I&E Lead to scope projects and execute safely
Executing campaign program changes in field, both on site and remotely
Tuning and troubleshooting PID loops to help optimize field instrumentation
Identifying control improvements and implementing through MOC process
Maintaining technical and administrative records, including prints and project reports
Pursuing cost reduction opportunities
Responding to emergencies and maintaining emergency response preparedness while on call
Completing and maintaining required safety/regulatory training (CBT)


Basic/Required:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Current/Valid driver's license
Intermediate technical knowledge and training to maintain instrument and electrical equipment
Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform/align with the following:
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
Work alone a high percentage of the time and wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
Work unscheduled overtime and be on call


Preferred:

1 or more years of experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams
1 or more years of experience applying and interpreting results from common electrical measurement instruments (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, etc.)
Basic knowledge in National Electric Codes
Basic proficiency in electrical plot plans and electrical area classifications
Basic proficiency with electronic test instruments
Basic proficiency in process controls with oil and gas processing devices and process
Basic proficiency in SCADA Applications
Basic proficiency with AC/DC power systems including solar and thermal electric generation
Basic proficiency with multiple PLC hardware applications
Basic proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing problems with VFDs (e.g., Allen Bradley, Lufkin, Apergy, Fuji, Summit, Schlumberger, & Baker Hughes)
Basic proficiency to modify logic in PLCs (e.g., Allen Bradley, Fisher ROC, ScadaPack) and adhere to C&Es
Basic proficiency with Microsoft O365 applications: Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams and Word
Adequately communicate findings of issues to ensure root cause of failures are realized and shared with team members
Provide support for commissioning of new equipment and facilities by performing loop/logic checks
Builds effective solutions based on available information and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical
Takes ownership of actions and follows through on dedications by holding others accountable and standing up for what's right
Delivers results through realistic planning to accomplish goals


Apply Before:


May 23, 2025 Sponsorship:

ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the U.S. is NOT available for this position. EEO:

In the US, ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Similar Jobs

Trending Jobs

company-logo

Nuclear Technical Intern - Mid Atlantic

Constellation
Job TypeInternship
 
Lusby, MD
30 days ago
company-logo

Apprentice Lineman

Brink Constructors, Inc.
Job TypeFull-time
 
Rapid City, SD
29 days ago
company-logo

Deckhand (Houston)

John W. Stone Oil Distributor, LLC
 
Houston, TX
30 days ago
company-logo

Electrical Engineer

Dudley Staffing
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$55 - $75
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
3 months ago
company-logo

Attorney

Toeppich & Associates
Job TypeFull-time
 
Houston, Texas
about 1 year ago
company-logo

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$65000 - $65000
Dallas, Texas
2 days ago
company-logo

Apprentice Lineman I

San Patricio Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Job TypeFull-time
 
Sinton, TX
14 days ago
company-logo

Director, Financial Planning & Analysis - Energy (Enterprise)

Pilot Thomas Logistics
Job TypeFull-time
 
Grapevine, TX
30 days ago
company-logo

Associate Attorney

Buffalo Biodiesel Inc.
Job TypeFull-time
 
Buffalo, NY
13 days ago
company-logo

Sr. Polymer Scientist

ExxonMobil
Job TypeFull-time
 
Baytown, TX
28 days ago
company-logo

Solar Electrician

MN8 Energy
Job TypeFull-time
 
California, United States
28 days ago
company-logo

contract landman

HPS Oil & Gas Properties
Job TypeFull-time
 
Lafayette, Louisiana
2 months ago
company-logo

Quality Engineer

Jedco Inc.
Job TypeFull-time
 
Grand Rapids, MI
24 days ago
company-logo

Summer 2025 Student Intern - IT

Entergy
Job TypeSeasonal, Internship
 
New Orleans, LA
23 days ago
company-logo

Oil and Gas Land and Title Analyst - SAM Associate II

Bank of America
Job TypeFull-time
 
Dallas, Texas
23 days ago
company-logo

Gas Foreman

Peak Utility Services Group
Job TypeFull-time
 
Lawton, OK
29 days ago
SD

Service Manager

Supertech Diesel Truck Specialists
Job TypeFull-time
 
Langley, BC
27 days ago
company-logo

Assistant General Manager, Navy Yard Electric Utility

Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$108000 - $108000
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
about 20 hours ago
company-logo

Finishing Helper Entry Level- Dayshift

Bonnell Aluminum
Salary
$41600 - $41600
Carthage, TN
24 days ago
company-logo

Meter Technician

ONEOK
Job TypeFull-time
 
Odessa, TX
30 days ago