Reservoir Engineer

Atmos Energy; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Atmos Energy in Dallas, TX is seeking a Reservoir Engineer to develop and maintain reservoir simulation models to evaluate performance and forecast deliverability for long‑term storage planning.

The role requires a petroleum engineering degree, EIT registration, and 3–5 years of experience (or a master’s degree with 4+ years), with expertise in Eclipse/CMG/Petrel and related tools, plus adherence to regulatory standards and collaboration with reservoir, drilling, operations, geoscience, and

Job description

Primary Duties

• 1. Develops, calibrates, and maintains reservoir simulation models used to evaluate reservoir performance, forecast deliverability, and support long‑term storage planning.
• 2. Operates with considerable latitude in performing complex reservoir engineering assignments involving the evaluation, development, and optimization of underground natural gas storage reservoirs.
• 3. Evaluates reservoir and well performance data to identify opportunities that optimize storage capacity, deliverability, and operational efficiency.
• 4. Designs and recommend reservoir enhancements, well intervention, and performance improvement programs to maximize reliability and value of storage assets.
• 5. Provides technical input regarding reservoir development strategies, capital projects, and engineering recommendations based on sound engineering principles and economic evaluation.
• 6. Reviews engineering analyses, reservoir studies, and simulation results to ensure technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company engineering standards.
• 7. Assists in the coordination of multidisciplinary engineering activities between reservoir, drilling, operations, geoscience, and regulatory teams to support project execution.
• 8. Prepares specialized technical reports, reserve and inventory evaluations, and engineering studies required to support business planning, regulatory compliance, and operational decision-making.
• 9. Determines and develops engineering approaches to resolve complex reservoir performance, deliverability, and storage optimization challenges.
• 10.Conducts quantitative and qualitative risk assessments on underground storage assets, evaluating well barrier integrity, caprock soundness, and subsurface pressure limits to mitigate operational hazards, ensure environmental compliance, and support long‑term asset reliability.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Educational/Experience Level:

• 1. Bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering. Engineer‑In‑Training registration with a state board, and 3-5 years of professional experience in Engineering.
• 2. Bachelor's degree in Engineering and Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering. Engineer‑In‑Training registration with state board, and four years' professional experience.
• 3. Valid driver's license.

Skills:

• 1. Expertise in simulation software (Eclipse, CMG, Petrel RE, or equivalent reservoir simulation software) and Nodal Analysis (Prosper/Gap), Ecrin/Saphir/Rubis for pressure transient analysis.
• 2. Deep understanding of API RP 1170/1171 and state‑level storage regulations.
• 3. Python, Power BI, or Tableau are a plus

Physical Demands:

Requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting.

Work Conditions:

Works in an office environment, occasionally outdoors. Travel requirements include occasional air and auto trips to areas within Texas and nearby states. May be required to temporarily work extra hours during the evenings and weekends, as dictated by the existing deadlines and priorities of work assignments. As a Safety‑Sensitive position, pre and post‑employment screenings, including but not limited to drug testing as outlined by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), and motor vehicle record (MVR) background checks are required.

Job Family:

Storage and Compression