Reservoir Engineer

  • Full-time

Company Description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Reservoir Engineer to hire.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Inspecting the structural integrity of reservoirs, including reviewing water quality samples and inspecting for construction defects or damage due to natural disasters
  • Conducting tests on new designs to ensure that they meet safety standards or are structurally sound
  • Evaluating water quality in reservoirs to detect contamination by harmful bacteria or other pathogens
  • Monitoring the status of equipment located at the reservoir site, such as pumps or valves
  • Coordinating with other engineers to ensure that designs meet construction requirements
  • Consulting with local government agencies to help plan for future growth in population or industrial activity
  • Conduct reservoir surveillance and monitoring to evaluate well and reservoir behavior.
  • Analyze and interpret reservoir data, including well logs, production data, and pressure transient analysis, to make informed recommendations.
  • Collaborate with geoscientists, drilling engineers, and production engineers to integrate geological and engineering data for comprehensive reservoir understanding.
  • Provide technical expertise in reservoir management, reservoir modeling, and well performance analysis.
  • Evaluates costs and estimates the production capabilities and economic value of oil and gas wells, to evaluate the economic viability of potential drilling sites
  • Perform economic evaluations and risk assessments to support decision-making processes.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in reservoir engineering.

Qualifications

PERSON SPECIFICATION

  • Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field; Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
  • 10 to 15 years of experience in reservoir engineering.
  • Proven expertise in reservoir simulation using industry-standard software (e.g., Eclipse, CMG, Petrel).
  • Strong understanding of reservoir surveillance techniques and interpretation of reservoir data.
  • Experience in implementing and optimizing enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods.
  • Proficient in reservoir management and reservoir modeling.
  • Solid understanding of economic evaluations, risk assessments, and project economics.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES (KSA)

  • Capability to manage and lead reservoir engineering projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of reservoir engineering principles, including reservoir simulation, fluid flow, well performance analysis, and material balance.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Creativity and out of the box thinking.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements, industry trends, and technological advancements.