Facilities Engineer – Williston Basin

Job Summary

The Facilities Engineer provides facilities engineering support to the Williston Basin asset team.  The role will focus on the design and execution of single-well and multi-well oil and gas production facilities, including engineering design and technical analysis, economic evaluation, defining scope of work for contractors, coordination of contractor bid processes, project management and cost tracking of construction activity, and commissioning and operations support. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and manage execution of single-well and multi-well oil and gas production facilities.
• Collaborate with internal and external parties to design, procure, and install oil and gas handling systems.
• Design of oil and gas process systems including piping, equipment, materials, instrumentation, and controls.
• Evaluate capacities and constraints of existing equipment and piping systems.
• Interface with technical, managerial, and regulatory personnel in outside organizations and agencies to construct new facilities and/or execute improvements to existing facilities.
• Prepare operating guidelines for facilities.
• Develop cost estimates and prepare AFEs for facilities projects.
• Track progress and cost throughout the construction process.
• Collaborate in a team environment to develop assets in the most cost-effective manner.
• Review all expenditures for facilities and infrastructure within a specified area.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis on equipment and process failures.
• Generate and/or review engineering documents such as PFDs, PIDs, Material Specifications, BOMs, and Piping Plans.
• Select, specify, and prepare datasheets and recommendations for new facilities equipment.
• Ensure compliance with government requirements and Company policies.
• Ensure construction compliance and consistency with CLR design and construction documents.
• Planning and management for project execution (construction and commissioning).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficient computer skills.
• Communicates effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Ensures accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Instills trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Demonstrates self-awareness - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Drives results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Nimble learning - Actively learning through experimentation when tackling unfamiliar problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
• Self-development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
• Situational adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
• Optimizes work processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
  

Required Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum, Chemical or Mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the upstream oil and gas industry and/or managing the execution of engineering projects.
• Ability to travel at least once a month for 2-3 days.
• An acceptable pre-employment background screen and drug test. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Facilities construction and/or experience in production operations.
• Proficiency in hydraulic analysis, equipment sizing/design, and process system design.
• Experience with industry codes and standards, including:ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8API RP 14C, 14E, 500
• Experience with process simulation software (ProMax and/or Aspen HYSYS).
• Experience with hydraulic modeling software (Pipesim and/or Synergi).
• Proficient in Excel and VBA.
• Prior experience supporting international operations.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.
• Occasional lifting, up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.