Terms: Staff

Location: Canada (Canadian Citizen)

Description Operator

The Reservoir Engineering Practice at Petroleum People has been sourced to secure the services of an experienced Reservoir Engineer for a market-leading independent oil and gas company.

As a talented and senior professional, the successful candidate will take charge of a dedicated technical team with overall responsibility for maximising the value of my client’s operated assets. Key accountabilities include contribute to the success of the projects by working effectively in a team environment with Geology, Geophysics and other Engineering disciplines. Conduct numerical modeling, subsurface studies and exploitation planning. Generate production forecasts using reservoir simulation, production analysis and other reservoir engineering techniques. Optimize well pattern layouts, development sequences and well placement. Formulate fit for purpose reservoir surveillance plans to collect reservoir data. Perform regional studies (including analyzing competitor public data) to improve understanding of the SAGD process. Liaison with external partners and regulatory agencies. Support regulatory processes including technical justifications to the regulator and offsetting operators.
Formulate and implement laboratory data acquisition programs including costing and vendor selection.
As an asset team member, actively participate in revising development plans and capital cost forecasts as required. Assist in mentoring less experienced Engineers.

The incumbent is likely to have enjoyed more than 8 years post-graduate experience with world renowned operating companies. A classic Reservoir engineering background and demonstrable managerial abilities are also a must. To reward an outstanding individual, my client is offering a market-leading salary and comprehensive benefits package.

This is a brief outline of the position. Our methodology is based on absolute transparency and if your initial preference is to gain more information prior to committing your interest, I welcome you contact me on the details below anytime up to 21:00 (GMT)