Job SummaryBakken 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.
We hold approximately 799,000 net acres in the Williston Basin, located in North Dakota and eastern Montana. The primary producing zones are the Middle Bakken and Three Forks formations. We operated three rigs and one frac crew on average during 2025, resulting in 72 operated wells drilled and 98 operated wells brought online.
During 2025, net production averaged 204 MBOED
Position OverviewIf you are selected as the IC&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 IC&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 position can be located in Watford City, or New Town ND.
Candidates must reside or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of Watford City, or New Town ND.
This is a Safety Sensitive position.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)
Success Profile To thrive in this role, you'll demonstrate the following leadership competencies:
- Takes Accountability: Takes ownership of actions, follows through on commitments, and stands up for what is right.
- Drives Performance: Delivers positive outcomes through realistic planning and goal setting.
- Makes Decisions: Uses available information to generate sound solutions and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical.
Required Qualifications:- 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
- Currently reside or be willing to relocate within a 50-mile driving radius of Watford City, or New Town ND
- 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 Qualifications:- 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
Physical Demands and Work Environment- Work is performed in field and facility environments and may involve exposure to harsh weather conditions, noise, heights, confined spaces, and energized electrical equipment
- Climb various ladders and stairs up to 50 feet in height 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
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Work alone a high percentage of the time
- Be on-call; Work unscheduled overtime
Apply By:Aug 20, 2026
Sponsorship: ConocoPhillips' sponsorship for employment authorization in the U.S. is NOT available for this position.
Benefits OverviewConocoPhillips offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:
- 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.
