Reservoir Engineer (Simulation)

Exxon Mobil; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy and chemical company is seeking a Reservoir Simulation Engineer in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves developing and maintaining reservoir models, performing uncertainty analysis, and collaborating with global teams. Candidates should have 5-15 years of experience in reservoir simulation, with expertise in industry-standard software. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in the energy sector and engage in significant operational activities.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5–15 years of experience in reservoir simulation.
• Expertise with industry-standard software like PETREL and Eclipse.
• Strong technical skills in reservoir engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain dynamic reservoir simulation models.
• Perform history matching and uncertainty analysis.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for quality deliverables.
• Document and present simulation results to stakeholders.

Skills

Petroleum Engineering

Reservoir Simulation

Technical Communication

Problem Solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

PETREL

Eclipse

IX

tNav

CMG

Job description

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ExxonMobil in Malaysia

ExxonMobil is one of the world's largest publicly traded energy providers and chemical manufacturers, ExxonMobil develops and applies next-generation technologies to help safely and responsibly meet the world's growing needs for energy and high-quality chemical products.

In Malaysia, we are involved in significant oil and gas production operations and the marketing of chemical products. We also host a global business and technology center in Kuala Lumpur that provides high-level information technology and engineering expertise to ExxonMobil’s upstream, downstream and chemical businesses worldwide.

What role you will play in our team

We are seeking qualified and experienced individuals to provide Reservoir Engineering technical support and expertise to optimize asset development and operations, leveraging reservoir engineering skills in reservoir description, development planning, opportunity generation and production optimization.

We are recruiting Reservoir Simulation Engineers with 5 to 15 years' experience to join our team. The role is based in Kuala Lumpur. In this role, you will work closely with our global Technical and Operations teams to support ExxonMobil’s global portfolio. The position may also require flexibility to work outside standard office hours when business needs arise, especially when coordinating with global stakeholders across multiple time zones.

What you will do

The Reservoir Simulation Engineer is responsible for building, maintaining, and running dynamic reservoir models to predict reservoir performance and optimize field development plans. This role focuses on integrating surface and subsurface data into simulation models to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Develop and maintain dynamic reservoir simulation models (black oil, compositional)
• Perform history matching and uncertainty analysis
• Evaluate enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and infill drilling opportunities using simulation
• Integrate geoscience and production data into simulation workflows
• Provide technical input for reserves estimation and field development planning
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high quality work deliverables
• Document and present simulation results to management and stakeholders

About you

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or related discipline
• 5–15 years of experience in reservoir simulation and modeling
• Expertise using industry-standard simulation software such as PETREL Eclipse, IX, tNav and CMG
• Strong Reservoir Engineering technical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Preference will be given to those with the following additional skills / abilities:
• Demonstrated technical leadership and business skills and expertise to solve complex problems
• Meaningful mentoring experience
• Reservoir surveillance experience, field development and opportunity execution
• Innovative technical workflow or tool development

We are committed to providing benefits that are competitive and support the needs of our employees.

Application Process

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