Senior Reservoir Engineer

Decision Management Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Employee Benefits per UAE Labor Law

Job summary

Decision Management Consultants, based in Dubai, is seeking a Senior Reservoir Engineer to lead reservoir studies, modeling, and reserves optimization. You will drive 3D simulations, design well trajectories, and collaborate with geoscience and drilling teams to optimize FDPs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in asset development, numerical reservoir simulation, and reserves optimization, with a track record of maximizing hydrocarbon recovery in greenfield and brownfield projects.

Qualifications

• A degree in Petroleum Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience specializing in asset development, numerical reservoir simulation, and reserves optimization across both greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Proven track record in maximizing hydrocarbon recovery and optimizing well placement through advanced 3D reservoir simulation, MBAL, and Pressure Transient Analysis (PTA).

Responsibilities

• Perform reservoir studies including Reservoir Simulation, Decline Curve Analysis (DCA), Material Balance (MBAL), EOR/IOR Screening, PTA, and RTA.
• Build and maintain complex 3D compositional and black-oil numerical models to forecast reservoir performance and optimize Field Development Plans (FDPs).
• Conduct comprehensive reserves evaluations in accordance with PRMS/SEC standards, supporting the booking and certification of reserves.
• Design optimal well trajectories and completions for multi-well drilling campaigns to improve initial production rates.
• Develop and monitor waterflood optimization strategies to mitigate natural field decline and extend asset life.
• Collaborate closely with geoscientists and drilling teams to reduce subsurface uncertainties.
• Present technical drilling proposals and development strategies to executive leadership and joint-venture partners.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Numerical reservoir simulation

Reserves optimization

Field development planning

Hydrocarbon recovery optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

MBAL

3D reservoir modeling

PTA

RTA

DCA

Job description

We're recruiting a Senior Reservoir Engineer for one of our clients, a leading organization in the Oil & Gas industry based in Dubai, UAE.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established organization operating in the Oil & Gas industry, with a strong focus on engineering, fabrication, and advanced structural solutions. The company is committed to delivering high-quality projects through innovative technologies, efficient engineering processes, and industry-leading standards. With a focus on digital transformation, BIM integration, and operational excellence, the organization provides a dynamic and technically driven work environment for professionals specializing in Tekla Structures, steel detailing, and engineering development.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform reservoir engineering studies, including Reservoir Simulation, Decline Curve Analysis (DCA), Material Balance (MBAL), EOR/IOR Screening, Pressure Transient Analysis (PTA), and Rate Transient Analysis (RTA)
• Build and maintain complex 3D compositional and black-oil numerical models to forecast reservoir performance and optimize Field Development Plans (FDPs)
• Conduct comprehensive reserves evaluations in accordance with PRMS/SEC standards, supporting the booking and certification of reserves
• Design optimal well trajectories and completions for multi-well drilling campaigns to improve initial production rates
• Develop and monitor waterflood optimization strategies to mitigate natural field decline and extend the economic life of assets
• Collaborate closely with geoscientists and drilling teams to reduce subsurface uncertainties
• Present technical drilling proposals and development strategies to executive leadership and joint-venture partners

Requirements

• A degree in Petroleum Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience specializing in asset development, numerical reservoir simulation, and reserves optimization across both greenfield and brownfield projects
• Proven track record in maximizing hydrocarbon recovery and optimizing well placement through advanced 3D reservoir simulation, Material Balance (MBAL), and Pressure Transient Analysis (PTA)

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Employee Benefits as per the UAE Labor Law