Job Details: Petroleum Engineering Specialist

Basic Function

Perform the role of Petroleum Engineering Specialist for Upstream Research participating in the identification, analyses, and implementation of new technology associated with upstream exploration and producing activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee ongoing activities related to research, technical studies, and technology development in a variety of subject areas, including enhanced oil recovery, petrophysics, and reservoir simulation
• Represent the company on existing industry consortia
• Assist in the development of new technology and research contracts
• Prepare technical and status reports

Education & Experience:

• Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related technical discipline
• Doctorate degree is preferred
• Minimum 15 years relevant experience in the oil and gas industry, ideally gained from working with major oil companies, oilfield service companies, or research and development centers
• Candidates should be able to demonstrate a high degree of expertise and creativity in broad areas of petroleum reservoir engineering, including formation evaluation, reservoir simulation, reservoir flow mechanics, and improved oil recovery
• Candidates should have experience coordinating technical teams, development projects, and special studies
• Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated capabilities in research as evidenced by publications and presentations of technical papers
• Candidates should have excellent communication and computer skills; the ability to work with a wide variety of skilled researchers, consultants, academic institutions, and outside research centers; and the ability to represent the company in a highly professional manner.