Simulation Specialist

Saudi Aramco (ASC); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Aramco (ASC) is looking for a Simulation Specialist to join the UR Simulation & Tech Support Division. This role focuses on providing specialized engineering services related to reservoir simulation including fracture modeling and PVT modeling.

The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering, and will lead integrated simulation studies to optimize hydrocarbon recovery.

Responsibilities also include mentoring young engineers and acting as a technical advisor within the organization.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in reservoir simulation for both conventional and unconventional fields.
• Training history of relevant specialized courses and seminars.
• Technical publications demonstrating in-depth practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated reservoir simulation studies including data analysis and model construction.
• Act as a technical advisor on best practices for reservoir simulation challenges.
• Provide mentoring and training for young engineers.

Skills

Reservoir simulation

Data analysis

Fracture modeling

PVT modeling

Complex well completions

Technical mentoring

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering

Tools

Simulation software

History matching software

Job description

We are seeking a Simulation Specialist to join our UR Simulation & Tech Support Division in the Unconventional Resources department. The Unconventional Reservoir Engineering Department is responsible for providing specialized engineering services as part of our customized reservoir simulation practices which includes fracture modeling, PVT modeling and complex well and smart completions. Your primary role is to provide expert advice and guidance to the business of reservoir simulation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in integrated reservoir simulation studies which include data analysis, model construction, history matching, calibration and prediction.
• Act as technical advisor to management regarding best practices for reservoir simulation and modeling topics, particularly for unconventional resources simulation challenges.
• Apply special simulation modeling techniques such as fracture modeling, compositional PVT modeling, coupling surface and sub-surface modeling and complex well and smart completions.
• Study and propose alternatives to optimize field development and maximize hydrocarbon recovery from new and mature fields.
• Provide expert mentoring, training and teach in-house technical courses to develop young engineers.
• Represent Saudi Aramco in external technical contacts with consultants and vendors and participate in technical societies and groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering from a recognized and approved program.
• 15 years of experience in the area of reservoir simulation in both conventional and unconventional fields.
• Training history of appropriate specialized courses and seminars.
• Technical publications and in-depth practical experience.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and to communicate ideas clearly with specialists in reservoir characterization, geologic modeling, petrophysical evaluation, core analysis, reservoir management, and production engineering.
• Extensive working knowledge of standard vendor applications for pre and post processing of simulation data and assisted history matching software and workflow.