25-121.E1 - Reservoir Engineer

Hilcorp Energy Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a skilled Reservoir Engineer to join their dynamic team in Houston. In this pivotal role, you will develop and execute economic oil and gas investment opportunities by evaluating reservoir, production, and geological data. Your expertise will help identify and prioritize projects, analyze well logs, and collaborate with geologists and operations engineers to enhance field value. This company is renowned for its commitment to growth, integrity, and innovation, making it a fantastic place for professionals eager to make a significant impact in the energy sector. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a culture of excellence and collaboration.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Charitable Giving Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of reservoir engineering experience.
• Ability to conduct detailed evaluations and integrate geological data.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize oil and gas development projects.
• Analyze reservoir mechanics and predict recovery potential.

Skills

Reservoir Engineering

Project Management

Economic Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Aries

Petroleum Experts

Petra

Harmony Suite

CMG

IP

Rose Suite

Spotfire

R

Job description

25-121.E1 - Reservoir Engineer

Apply locations

Houston, TX
Anchorage, AK

Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job requisition id: R004697

Reservoir engineers are integral to the Hilcorp strategy of increasing field value by finding new rate and reserves. We currently don’t have any open reservoir engineer positions, but because of Hilcorp’s track record of growth, we are always looking for the next right person. Ideal candidates would have a minimum of 4 years of reservoir responsibilities on their resume. Production experience is also helpful, as these duties are split between reservoir and operations engineers at Hilcorp.

Job Objective:

Develop and execute economic oil and gas investment opportunities for the company by evaluating reservoir, production and geologic data, while working closely with other team members.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Identify, prioritize, present, and monitor oil and gas development and exploitation projects.
• Identify and quantify oil and gas targets.
• Construct plans of depletion.
• Identify reservoir mechanics and predict potential for additional recovery.
• Research field and well histories.
• Produce well bore schematics.
• Analyze cased hole and open hole well logs.
• Analyze pressure and production/injection data.
• Produce structure, production, isobaric, and isopach maps.
• Perform Nodal Analysis.
• Compile relevant oil and gas field data into a complete history and plan for future development.
• Evaluate economics and profitability of potential projects for the company.
• Work in an integrated team with geologists and operations engineers to mature rate and reserve add projects to an executable status.
• Adhere to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation.
• Support company vision and mission.
• Adhere to established work schedule and attendance standards and be punctual to work and meetings.
• Maintain employee confidence and protect corporate assets by keeping information confidential.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional associations.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Two (2) years minimum reservoir engineering experience and a proven ability to generate investment opportunities.
• Working knowledge of the roles and job responsibilities of operations engineers, geologists, geophysicists, landmen, and other company professionals in order to accomplish team goals.
• Ability to conduct detailed reservoir evaluations and studies.
• Ability to integrate geological data into reservoir engineering calculations.
• Ability to accurately solve problems.
• Ability to make valuable contributions to team goals and objectives.
• Ability to be available 24 hours per day (on call for questions, emergencies, etc.).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.
• Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.
• Ability to integrate data from different sources into reservoir models.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with specific ability to translate complex information into an organized and presentable manner.
• Excellent project management, administrative, and organizational skills.
• Required Software Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook), economic analysis (Aries), Nodal analysis (Petroleum Experts), and public data retrieval (IHS).
• Preferred Software Skills: Proficiency with geologic mapping tools (Petra), rate transient analysis (Harmony suite), computer simulation (CMG), well log evaluation (IP), risk assessment (Rose suite), Data visualization (Spotfire, R).

Education Requirements:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year university with a degree in engineering.

About Us

Hilcorp, founded in 1989, is the largest privately-held oil and natural gas exploration and production company in the United States and is the largest oil producer in Louisiana. Headquartered in Houston, TX, Hilcorp has over 2,800 employees in multiple operating areas including the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana, the Northeast United States, Wyoming, New Mexico and Alaska's Cook Inlet and North Slope. Our formula is to grow the company by leveraging our core competencies and operational expertise. Our proficiency in these key areas has resulted in significant growth over the last several years. Hilcorp is consistently acknowledged for its culture, values and ethics. In fact, we have been recognized by multiple local and national publications as one of the best places to work in America. Hilcorp has also been commended for its unique programs that foster charitable giving by its employees and our emphasis on partnering with the communities in which we operate. We take great pride in our accomplishments and strive to maintain a culture that will allow for continued growth.

Hilcorp Energy is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.