Reservoir Engineer

Job Title: Reservoir Engineer / Advisor II or III

Location : Spring, TX - office-based

Schedule : M-F, 40 hrs w/approved OT

Duration : 1-year W2 contract (possibility of extension)

MAIN FUNCTIONS

• Provide guidance and support to the Reservoir Leadership Team to help achieve targeted performance goals.
• Advise the Reservoir Leadership Team in maintaining strong technical standards and engineering excellence.
• Develop plans and programs as requested by the Reservoir Management Team.
• Support and mentor reservoir engineers in developing and executing plans that satisfy reservoir engineering objectives.
• Possess expertise in reservoir simulation and/or the ability to conduct and guide detailed simulation studies.
• Perform and oversee simulation studies and other technical evaluations to assess depletion strategies and investigate reservoir-related challenges.
• Conduct and guide all supporting studies required for reservoir simulation, including Pressure-Volume-Temperature (PVT), inflow/outflow analysis, relative permeability, Special Core Analysis Laboratory (SCAL), and related evaluations.
• Assess depletion strategies in support of asset acquisition evaluations.
• Lead and/or participate in Peer Reviews to ensure technical quality and consistency.
• Provide reservoir engineering input to drilling, facilities, and other functional teams as needed to support project execution.
• Mentor and support less experienced reservoir engineers in simulation studies and reservoir evaluations.
• Prepare and communicate results in clear, comprehensive written reports and graphical formats.
• Deliver timely and focused updates on plans, studies, and results to management, partners, and other stakeholders.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with Project Teams to develop project-specific strategies that address identified risks and technical challenges.
• Support risk assessments and studies outlined in the Project Risk Management Plan and ensure findings are incorporated into field execution activities.
• Assist with uncertainty analysis and value-of-information evaluations to support data acquisition programs.
• May lead Reservoir Team meetings when required.
• May perform additional studies and assignments directed by the Reservoir Leadership Team.
• Maintain the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in an environment with changing priorities.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations.
• Provide support for regulatory compliance activities as required.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in Reservoir Engineering roles within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Extensive knowledge of reservoir engineering principles and advanced technical capabilities.
• Experience building, executing, and analyzing dynamic reservoir models to evaluate technical challenges and opportunities.
• Strong understanding of reservoir simulation methodologies and the ability to efficiently deliver studies that address project objectives.
• Ability to independently identify issues, develop solutions, and perform reservoir evaluations.
• Willingness and ability to lead, mentor, and support less experienced engineers.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated problem solver with the flexibility to respond to changing conditions and unexpected challenges.
• Ability to perform effectively in a high-pressure environment that demands exceptional customer service, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
• Working knowledge of reservoir management processes, practices, and expectations.
• Ability and desire to work within integrated project teams, build productive working relationships, and communicate effectively across disciplines.
• Capable of influencing and communicating effectively with all organizational levels, from frontline personnel to senior management.
• Willingness to travel and/or reside away from home for extended periods as required.
• Proficient with computer systems and software applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in English, including reading, writing, and speaking, to effectively function within project teams.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 7+ years of experience in Reservoir Engineering roles.
• Experience with ComboCurve software (Candidates should be comfortable using software for type curve generation, production forecasting, performance prediction and analysis, etc.)
• Experience with conventional assets, forecasting experience and reservoir performance analysis.
• Candidates should demonstrate mentoring capability , and ability to support and develop junior team members.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in Reservoir Engineering roles is preferred
• Unconventional assets experience (especially Permian Basin ) is preferred.
• Knowledge of hydraulic fracturing and unconventional reservoir development is preferred.
• Strong operational foundation , including backgrounds in drilling, completions, production, or operations engineering is preferred.