Drilling Engineer - Midland, TX

Job Summary

At Conoco Phillips, the Lower 48 segment consists of operations located in the 48 contiguous U.S. states, with a portfolio mainly consisting of low cost of supply, short cycle time, resource-rich unconventional plays, and commercial operations. The majority of our acreage is unconventional, and in 2025 net production averaged 1,484 MBOED.

As an experienced Drilling Engineer at Conoco Phillips, you will play a critical role in designing and executing safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling programs across our unconventional assets. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you’ll lead well planning and operations from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with project objectives and regulatory requirements.

• Lead well planning and execution by developing detailed drilling programs that align with safety, cost, and performance objectives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by preparing and submitting all required permits and maintaining adherence to federal, state, and company standards.
• Support field operations by providing daily engineering guidance to onsite personnel and troubleshooting operational challenges.
• Optimize drilling performance by analyzing drilling data to improve safety, efficiency, and operational outcomes.
• Develop and track performance metrics by setting goals, monitoring progress, and implementing improvements to support continuous improvement.
• Drive cost and schedule accuracy by collaborating with asset, planning, and finance teams to develop estimates and track accruals.
• Evaluate and standardize processes by incorporating lessons learned and proven practices from past operations.
• Conduct internal and external benchmarking studies to identify and apply best engineering and operational practices.
• Strengthen vendor relationships by evaluating bids and ensuring alignment with operational needs.
• Champion knowledge sharing by engaging with internal subject matter experts, participating in technical networks, and contributing to industry societies.
• Mentor and collaborate within a one‑team environment to support technical development.

• Communicates Effectively:
  Invites dialogue to gain a shared understanding and influences with confidence to drive performance and achieve business results.
• Takes Accountability:
  Takes ownership of actions and follows through on commitments by courageously dealing with important problems, holding others accountable, and standing up for what is right.
• Makes Decisions:
  Generates effective solutions based on available information and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical.
• Drives Performance:
  Delivers results through realistic planning to accomplish goals.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical) or foreign equivalent.
• 7 or more years’ experience in drilling engineering or operations.
• Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodations) to travel 10–20% annually.
• Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to be on call outside of standard working hours.

• 3 or more years’ experience working directly for an oil and gas operating company.
• 3 or more years’ experience as a drilling engineer for an oil and gas operator.
• Experience in unconventional reservoir plays (e.g., Permian, Eagle Ford, Bakken).
• Proficiency in drilling software (e.g., Well View, Landmark).
• Strong project management and performance optimization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor others and work within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to Conoco Phillips SPIRIT Values and continuous improvement.

• Medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and wellness programs.
• Competitive base pay, annual performance bonuses, and retirement savings plans.
• Paid time off, paid parental leave, and family support resources.
• Access to training, mentoring, and internal career mobility tools.
• Peer-nominated awards, inclusive culture, and employee resource groups.

In the US, Conoco Phillips is an Equal Opportunity 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.