Development/Exploitation Engineer

ISH Energy Ltd.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Ownership & autonomy

Job summary

ISH Energy Ltd. in Calgary is seeking a motivated Development/Exploitation Engineer with 5–10 years of oil and gas experience.

The role combines technical expertise with commercial acumen to identify opportunities, evaluate investments, and execute development plans that enhance asset value. The position offers significant exposure to asset life cycle activities, including reservoir management, production optimization, capital planning, reserves, acquisitions and divestitures, and corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• P.Eng. designation with APEGA.
• 5–10 years of upstream oil & gas experience.
• Business Development and A&D experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of production forecasting and reservoir performance.
• Ability to evaluate capital projects and investments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate drilling, recompletion, workover, and production optimization opportunities.
• Develop capital programs and long-term field development plans.
• Collaborate with geoscience and operations to optimize development strategies.
• Evaluate waterflood and other enhanced recovery opportunities.
• Monitor well and reservoir performance through surveillance and analysis.
• Provide economic input for acquisitions and divestitures and regulatory filings.
• Present technical recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Production forecasting and decline-

Waterflood and enhanced recovery

Economic modelling and capital

Reserves evaluation and annual

Acquisition and divestiture

GeoScout, Val Nav, Prodman

Excel and Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

P.Eng. designation with APEGA

Tools

GeoScout

Val Nav

Prodman

Job description

ISH Energy is a privately owned Canadian oil and gas company focused on the responsible development of high-quality Western Canadian assets. At ISH Energy, every team member can make a meaningful impact. Our size enables us to empower our people to contribute ideas, influence key business decisions, and help drive the future of our company. Employee’s work alongside experienced industry professionals, gain exposure to both technical and commercial aspects of the business and play an active role in shaping asset development and corporate strategy.

As a member of our team, you will work closely with senior leadership and collaborate across engineering, geology, land, operations, and finance. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, influence strategic decisions, and contribute directly to the long-term success of the business.

At ISH Energy, you won't just be part of the business, you'll help build its future.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated Development/Exploitation Engineer with approximately 5-10 years of oil and gas experience. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with commercial acumen to identify opportunities, evaluate investments, and execute development plans that enhance asset value.

This position offers significant exposure to all aspects of the asset life cycle, including reservoir management, production optimization, capital planning, reserves, acquisitions and divestitures, and corporate planning.

Job Responsibilities

Asset Development

• Identify and evaluate drilling, recompletion, workover, and production optimization opportunities.
• Develop capital programs and long-term field development plans.
• Collaborate with geoscience and operations teams to optimize development strategies.
• Evaluate waterflood and other enhanced recovery opportunities.
• Monitor well and reservoir performance through surveillance and analysis.
• Support Geoscience to identify opportunities and develop optimal exploitation strategies
• Conduct production forecasting, decline curve analysis, and assist with third party reserves evaluations.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve production and recovery on existing assets.

Commercial & Corporate

• Prepare economic evaluations and investment recommendations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and corporate planning.
• Provide technical input for acquisitions and divestitures
• Support regulatory applications and development approvals.
• Present technical recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA.
• Approximately 5-10 years of experience with an upstream oil and gas operator.
• Business Development and A&D experience considered an asset
• Strong understanding of production forecasting, reservoir performance, and field development.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate capital projects and investment opportunities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Technical Skills

• Production forecasting and decline curve analysis
• Waterflood and enhanced recovery evaluation
• Economic modelling and capital allocation
• Reserves evaluation and annual reserves processes
• Acquisition and divestiture evaluations
• GeoScout, Val Nav, Prodman
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Power BI

What We Offer

• Meaningful Ownership & Autonomy – Take accountability for impactful work and contribute directly to business success.
• Broad Industry Exposure – Gain experience across technical, operational, commercial, and strategic areas of the energy business.
• Influence & Visibility – Collaborate closely with senior leadership and participate in decision-making processes that shape the direction of the company.
• Professional Growth – Develop your skills through diverse challenges, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on experience.
• Hybrid Flexibility – Enjoy a hybrid work environment with the flexibility to work from home up to two days per week, supporting both productivity and work-life balance.
• Entrepreneurial Culture – Join a nimble, innovative team that values initiative, accountability, and continuous improvement.