TCOM Engineer

We hold 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., The Telecommunications Engineer / Architect is responsible for the architecture, deployment, operation, and sustainment of field communications infrastructure supporting ConocoPhillips assets across remote, industrial, and environmentally challenging environments. This role ensures secure, resilient, and compliant connectivity by delivering RF, wireless, cellular, satellite (LEO), and supporting power solutions aligned with operational, safety, and business priorities.

The role partners closely with Field Operations, Digital Technologies, IT, OT, Engineering, and external service providers to modernize field connectivity while maintaining high availability for mission critical operations, Operational Support

• Provide day-to-day operational support for field communications assets, including routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs.
• Maintain accurate and current documentation, including network diagrams, site layouts, inventories, standards, and operating procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams for equipment installation, upgrades, troubleshooting, and service support.
• Support incident response and recovery efforts to restore connectivity with minimal operational impact.
• Ensure telecommunications solutions comply with ConocoPhillips IT and OT security standards.
• Ensure field communications systems meet operational safety, reliability, and resiliency standards.
• Utilize network and performance monitoring tools to assess availability, latency, throughput, signal integrity, and resiliency.
• Provide clear, concise reporting on network health, incidents, risks, and asset status to technical and business stakeholders.
• Contribute to data-driven decision making around capacity planning, modernization, and investment prioritization.

Field Communications Architecture & Infrastructure

• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of field telecommunications systems, including towers, RF infrastructure, wireless networks, satellite connectivity, and supporting equipment.
• Design, deploy, and maintain point-to-point and multipoint wireless networks supporting drilling, production, facilities, and remote offices.
• Architect and support field Wi-Fi networks to enable operational and business use cases.
• Design, deploy, and support cellular connectivity solutions, including Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and repeater technologies.
• Design, deploy, and operationalize Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite solutions (e.g., Starlink or equivalent) to enable connectivity at remote or infrastructure constrained locations.
• Develop hybrid connectivity architectures integrating LEO satellite, terrestrial wireless, cellular, and fiber solutions.
• Perform RF design, signal testing, performance tuning, and troubleshooting to ensure reliable coverage and throughput.
• Design and support power systems for field communications infrastructure, including solar, battery, backup, and redundant power solutions.
• Ensure telecommunications equipment is engineered for resilience in extreme environmental conditions (temperature, dust, weather, remote access).
• Monitor and mitigate environmental risks that may impact connectivity and uptime.
• Lead or support communications infrastructure projects, including: New tower and site deployments, RF link upgrades and expansions, Field Wi-Fi refreshes, LEO satellite deployments and scaling, Power and resiliency improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, IT, OT, Digital, and Operations teams to align telecommunications capabilities with evolving asset needs.
• Support standardization, simplification, and modernization initiatives across assets to improve reliability and reduce operational risk.

Success Profile

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

• Drives Performance: Delivers positive results through realistic planning to accomplish goals.
• Partners Collaboratively: Builds positive relationships based on trust and seeks collaboration across organizational boundaries to achieve goals.
• Leads Change: Drives thoughtful and pragmatic change, inspires innovative thinking and continuous improvement, and models adaptability through resourcefulness, flexibility, and positivity.
• Takes Accountability: Takes ownership of actions and follows through on commitments by holding others accountable and standing up for what is right.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• 5 or more years of experience with RF systems, wireless networking, and field communications.
• 5 or more years of experience in cellular technologies, including Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and repeater solutions.
• Advanced level of knowledge with power systems supporting telecommunications infrastructure (solar, battery, backup, redundancy).
• Advanced level of proficiency in network design, signal testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Intermediate level of proficiency with network monitoring and reporting tools.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in remote, industrial, and environmentally challenging operating environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Experience supporting oil & gas, industrial, or other critical infrastructure environments.
• Familiarity with vendor managed connectivity models and service provider coordination.
• Knowledge of operational safety standards and risk management practices.
• Experience delivering telecommunications, connectivity, or infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of FCC regulations and RF compliance requirements.
• Experience designing, deploying, and supporting Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity solutions (e.g., Starlink or equivalent) for remote and industrial environments.
• Strategic Thinking Aligns field communications capabilities with assets, safety, and business priorities.
• Technical Leadership Applies sound engineering judgment to design resilient, scalable solutions.
• Collaboration Works effectively across IT, OT, Engineering, Operations, and vendor organizations.
• Problem Solving Diagnoses and resolves complex connectivity issues in field environments.
• Safety & Compliance Mindset Prioritizes regulatory, security, and safety requirements.
• Execution Focus Drives delivery of reliable solutions and modernization efforts.
• Clear Communication Clearly documents and communicates technical status, risks, and recommendations.

Physical Demands & 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.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn and strict adherence to Safety protocols.
• Work in several different geographic locations throughout a single workday; work both in and out of a company-owned vehicle., ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the U.S. is NOT available for this position.

Pulled from the full job description

• Paid parental leave
• Parental leave
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, ConocoPhillips 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.

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.

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.