Reservoir Simulation Developer

Aramco Overseas Company UK Ltd; Dhahran Compound; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is looking for a Reservoir Simulation Developer to join their Strategic Modeling Technology Department. This role focuses on developing cutting-edge reservoir and basin simulators to enhance hydrocarbon extraction processes. You will be responsible for coding, conducting research, and mentoring young professionals in a collaborative environment. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced technologies and contribute to significant projects in the oil and gas industry. If you have a passion for scientific programming and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the oil & gas industry with parallel scientific programming.
• Strong knowledge of C++, C, or FORTRAN programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance code for the in-house reservoir simulator.
• Mentor young professionals and provide technical support for reservoir engineers.

Skills

C++

C

FORTRAN

Parallel Scientific Programming

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

PhD or MSc in Engineering, Science, or Computational Mathematics

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Reservoir Simulation Developer to join the Strategic Modeling Technology Department (SMT).

Strategic Modeling Technology Department is developing the next generation parallel reservoir and basin simulator for Saudi Aramco, which aims to handle hydrocarbon reservoirs with sufficient spatial resolution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop, maintain, and enhance code for portions of the company's in-house reservoir simulator.
2. Conduct theoretical and practical research in the development of reservoir simulator codes, utilizing the latest scientific programming languages.
3. Develop and maintain code for Black Oil and/or Compositional reservoir simulators.
4. Generate new ideas and projects, and contribute to existing efforts.
5. Mentor and train young professionals.
6. Train and provide technical support for reservoir engineers using the simulator.
7. Provide expert training and teach technical in-house courses, workshops, and forums.
8. Participate in national and international professional conferences.
9. Communicate and steer practical research in various international research & development organizations.

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; a PhD or MSc in Engineering, Science, or Computational Mathematics is a plus.
2. At least 5 years of experience in the oil & gas industry, with experience in parallel scientific programming.
3. Experience in industries such as Aerospace, Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, or Scientific Laboratories is preferred.
4. Strong knowledge of one of the following languages: C++, C, FORTRAN.