Network Engineer Willow
Network Engineer Willow
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Job Description
Welcome to ConocoPhillips 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 worlds 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.
Were 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 its not just what we do its 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
Alaska OverviewConocoPhillips Alaska Inc. is Alaskas largest crude oil producer and largest owner of exploration leases with approximately 1 million net undeveloped acres at yearend 2023. The company produced an average of 195 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day (MBOED) in 2023. ConocoPhillips Alaska holds major ownership interests in two of North Americas largest legacy equivalent per day conventional oil fields both located on Alaskas North Slope: Kuparuk which the company operates and Prudhoe Bay. Additionally ConocoPhillips Alaska owns and operates several fields on the Western North Slope. The company also has an ownership interest in the TransAlaska Pipeline System and owns and operates the Polar Tankers fleet.
Position Overview
Willow Overview
Located on Alaskas North Slope in the National Petroleum Reserve (NPRA) the Willow project is estimated to produce 180000 barrels of oil per day at its peak. During construction Willow is expected to create around 2500 jobs with a majority of labor provided by union workers. The development is estimated to create approximately 300 permanent jobs.
The economic impact of the Willow project will be sizable. According to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) estimates Willow could generate between $8 billion and $17 billion in new revenue for the federal government the state of Alaska the North Slope Borough and local communities. The initial phase of Willow development will include a new Willow Central Processing Facility three drill sites pipelines roads bridges and supporting infrastructure.
Learn more about the Willow project here.
Scope Summary
The Willow project is spread over several phases and areas.
Detailed Design
Willow Operations Center Fabrication
Willow Operations Center North Slope Installation and Commissioning
Willow Central Processing Facility / Drill Site Sealift Module Fabrication
Willow Central Processing Facility / Drill Site North Slope Installation and Commissioning
Willow will be a greenfield design including all processing facilities utilities drilling equipment camp and power generation.
The Telecom Engineer will be responsible for assisting with the design implementation and operation of all Willow site networks and telecommunications infrastructure. This position requires strong technical expertise in complex WAN/LAN systems wireless technologies and security protocols.
Your responsibilities may include:
Network Infrastructure Management:
Strong expertise in WAN/LAN and wireless infrastructure including microwave systems 2way radio systems Cisco Call Manager and CCTV systems
Design deploy and maintain the Process Control Network (PCN) level 2.5 3.5 networks
Design deploy and maintain a resilient and scalable network architecture in a large enterprise datacenter environment that supports business connectivity and meets service level agreements (SLAs)
Collaborate with the global network operations team to ensure integration of global IT and telecom strategies with Willows business objectives
Provide technical expertise for ITTelecom projects ensuring alignment with corporate and Willow BU standards
Plan and execute system upgrades and maintenance in alignment with Global Security Compliances with minimal disruption to Willow Operations
System Maintenance & Optimization:
Proactively identify and resolve network issues maintaining operational continuity
Monitor and optimize network performance addressing potential issues before they impact operations
Ensure systems are remain up to date with the latest patches updates and security configurations
Engage in ongoing professional development to stay informed of emerging network technologies
Operational Support:
Provide daytoday operational and technical support for all Willow site networks and telecommunications infrastructure and assist with the existing brown fields as needed
Ensure compliance with corporate security policies and industry best practices
Basic/Required:
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Valid/Current Driver License
5 or more years of experience in networking principles and ITTelecom systems in a corporate enterprise environment
5 or more years of experience with fiber optic transport technologies
Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to work a 14 days on/14 days off rotational schedule on the North Slope of Alaska
Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) on occasion to safely perform physical labor including climbing ladders/stairs walking standing stooping sitting lift and carry material up to 20lbs
Preferred:
Bachelors degree or higher in Business Administration Computer Science Engineering Information Technology or a related technical field or foreign equivalent
Industry certifications such as CCIE CCNP CCNA or equivalent in Routing and Switching
5 or more years of experience supporting a global network
1 or more years of experience with data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI Spotfire)
Advanced proficiency in Cisco LAN/WAN devices ACI Data Center technologies and SilverPeak SDWAN
Advanced knowledge of networking protocols such as MPLS BGP QoS and Traffic Engineering
Intermediate proficiency in Python Ansible and other scripting languages
Beginner knowledge of North Slope operations and expectations
Willing and able to adhere to ConocoPhillips safety processes and protocols
Selfdriven and proactive skilled at managing multiple tasks simultaneously while staying focused on the broader project objectives
Strong problemsolving and decisionmaking skills with the ability to deliver practical solutions and meet goals
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across organizational boundaries
Strong commitment to safety ethics and accountability in all aspects of the role
Delivers results through realistic planning to accomplish goals
Listens actively and invites new ideas for exchanged opinions then influences and acts to drive positive performance and achieve results
Builds positive relationships based on trust and seeks collaboration across organizational boundaries to achieve goals
Apply Before:
April 22 2025Sponsorship:
ConocoPhillips sponsorship for employment authorization in the U.S. is NOT available for this position.EEO:
In the US ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin age disability veteran status gender identity or expression genetic information or any other legally protected status.Employment Type
Full-Time
