Associate Facilities Engineer - Midland Basin

Oil Authority; Midland, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Annual performance bonuses

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

ConocoPhillips holds approximately 416,000 net acres in the Midland Basin, west Texas, and seeks an Associate Facilities Engineer to design, operate, and improve surface facilities across producing assets. The role requires collaboration with operations, environmental, regulatory, health and safety teams and supports capital projects and long‑term asset value.

Based in Midland, TX, the engineer will apply sound engineering judgement, emphasize safety, and grow within facilities engineering and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 1 or more years of engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
• Ability to apply engineering fundamentals to support safe and reliable facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operations, environmental, regulatory, health and safety, projects, procurement, right of way, drafting, and maintenance teams to plan and execute facility infrastructure.
• Provide engineering support for day‑to‑day operations, including normal, shutdown, and emergency conditions.
• Develop, review, and update operating and maintenance procedures to support safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Support project teams through the full project lifecycle, including scope development, design, cost estimating, equipment selection, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start‑up.
• Lead or support the Management of Change process to ensure facility modifications are reviewed, documented, and implemented safely.
• Participate in risk assessments, process hazard analyses, and incident investigations to support continuous improvement and learning.
• Provide objective technical feedback to support compliance with corporate standards.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Field experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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

ConocoPhillips holds approximately 416,000 net acres in the Midland Basin, located in west Texas. The current development strategy is focused on full-field development utilizing multi-well pad projects targeting Barnett, Spraberry and Wolfcamp reservoir targets. We operated three rigs and one frac crew on average during 2025, resulting in 86 operated wells drilled and 94 operated wells brought online.

During 2025, net production averaged 192 MBOED.

Position Overview

The Associate Facilities Engineer supports the safe, reliable, and efficient design, operation, and improvement of surface facilities and infrastructure across producing assets in the Midland Basin.

Based in Midland, Texas, this role partners closely with operations, projects, environmental, regulatory, health and safety, and maintenance teams to deliver fit‑for‑purpose facility solutions that support production and long‑term asset value.

This position plays a key role in both day‑to‑day operational support and project execution, including facility design, pipeline and gathering systems, and capital projects. The Facilities Engineer is expected to apply sound engineering judgment, prioritize safety, and collaborate effectively across disciplines. This role offers strong technical development, exposure to field and office work, and opportunities to grow within facilities engineering and asset support.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Collaborate with operations, environmental, regulatory, health and safety, projects, procurement, right of way, drafting, and maintenance teams to plan and execute facility infrastructure in a changing operating environment.
• Provide engineering support for day‑to‑day operations, including normal, shutdown, and emergency conditions, to help maintain safe and reliable performance.
• Develop, review, and update operating and maintenance procedures to support safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Serve as an engineering point of contact to support compliance with regulatory requirements and health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Support project teams through the full project lifecycle, including scope development, design, cost estimating, equipment selection, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start‑up.
• Identify and develop facility projects that improve safety, operability, and production performance.
• Coordinate with other engineering teams to ensure facility interfaces and tie‑ins are accurately designed and implemented.
• Support mechanical integrity programs in partnership with asset integrity teams.
• Provide engineering input for maintenance activities, including specification and evaluation of replacement or new equipment.
• Monitor project progress and costs, track performance against forecasts, and support cost reconciliation.
• Lead or support the Management of Change process to ensure facility modifications are reviewed, documented, and implemented safely.
• Participate in risk assessments, process hazard analyses, and incident investigations to support continuous improvement and learning.
• Provide objective technical feedback to support compliance with corporate standards, business unit requirements, and applicable industry codes.

Success Profile

To thrive in this role, you’ll demonstrate the following leadership competencies:

• Leads Change: Drives thoughtful and pragmatic change by encouraging innovative thinking and continuous improvement. Models adaptability by responding resourcefully, flexibly, and positively when faced with new challenges and demands.
• Communicates Effectively: Invites dialogue to gain a shared understanding and influences with confidence to support safe and effective execution.
• Takes Accountability: Takes ownership of actions and follows through on commitments by addressing issues directly and standing up for what is right.
• Drives Performance: Delivers results through realistic planning, prioritization, and disciplined execution.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or a foreign equivalent.
• 1 or more years of engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
• Ability to apply engineering fundamentals to support safe and reliable facility operations.

Preferred Requirements

• 1 or more years of experience in facilities, pipeline, or compression engineering.
• 1 or more years of experience supporting operating or maintenance organizations.
• 1 or more years of field experience supporting construction or commissioning activities.
• 1 or more years of experience directing or coordinating contractors.
• Strong understanding of process safety management principles.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate alternatives, challenge existing designs, and develop practical solutions.
• Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines and build effective working relationships.

Apply By

Oct 5, 2026

Sponsorship

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

Benefits Overview

• Taking Care of Your Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and wellness programs.
• Supporting and Building Financial Security: Competitive base pay, annual performance bonuses, and retirement savings plans.
• Promoting Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, paid parental leave, and family support resources.
• Offering Career Development: Access to training, mentoring, and internal career mobility tools.
• Guiding Recognition & Inclusion: Peer-nominated awards, inclusive culture, and employee resource groups.

Why ConocoPhillips

At ConocoPhillips, we believe our people power the future of energy. We’re committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow—professionally and personally.

We don’t just offer jobs—we offer meaningful careers in a company that values how we work as much as what we achieve.

EEO

In the US, ConocoPhillips 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.