Drilling Engineer - Unconventional Ops & Field Leadership

Oil Authority; Midland, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off & parental leave

Career development & mobility

Job summary

ConocoPhillips seeks an experienced Drilling Engineer to design and execute safe, cost-effective drilling programs across unconventional assets in the Lower 48. You will lead well planning from concept through execution and ensure regulatory compliance while driving operational integrity and environmental stewardship.

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, mentor colleagues, and contribute to continuous improvement in drilling performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical) or foreign equivalent.
• 3+ years’ experience in drilling engineering or operations.
• Willingness to travel 10–20% annually and to be on call outside of standard hours.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field

Tools

WellView

Landmark

Job description

ConocoPhillips seeks an experienced Drilling Engineer to design and execute safe, cost-effective drilling programs across unconventional assets in the Lower 48. You will lead well planning from concept through execution and ensure regulatory compliance while driving operational integrity and environmental stewardship.

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, mentor colleagues, and contribute to continuous improvement in drilling performance.