Senior Drilling Engineer - Midland, TX

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Welcome to Conoco Phillips, 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
** Permian Basin Overview    Conoco Phillips and its heritage companies have operated in the Permian Basin for almost 100 years. The transformational acquisitions of Concho Resources Inc. and Shell Enterprises LLC’s prolific positions in the Delaware and Midland Basins in 2021 further strengthened the company’s position in the Permian Basin. At year-end 2024, the company held over 1 million total net acres in the Permian Basin.
During 2024, net production averaged 775 MBOED.
** Position Overview
** As a Senior Drilling Engineer at Conoco Phillips, you’ll play a critical role in designing and executing safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling programs across our unconventional assets. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll lead well planning and operations from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with project objectives and regulatory requirements.

This role offers the opportunity to apply advanced engineering principles, collaborate across functions, and contribute to continuous improvement in drilling performance. Your work will directly impact well delivery, operational integrity, and environmental stewardship.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Whether your experience is in field operations, engineering design, or project management, your technical expertise and collaborative mindset will be valued here.

This is a Safety Sensitive position. Click  to learn more about Living and Working in Midland.

Your responsibilities may include:
* 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…