Reservoir Engineer

Zohorecruit; Town of Texas, Fort Worth (WI, TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Energy Talent Search is seeking a Reservoir Engineer for a leading onshore oil & gas company based in Dallas, TX. You will apply advanced reservoir engineering techniques to evaluate field performance and optimize recovery, partnering with geoscientists and drilling teams.

The role emphasizes developing models, field development planning, production optimization, and economic evaluation to inform investments and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or related discipline; Master’s preferred.
• 5–10 years of reservoir engineering experience in onshore conventional fields.
• Proficient with CMG, Eclipse, and Petrel RE; experienced with OFM and Aries.
• Solid understanding of fluid flow, reserves classification, and economics.
• Strong analytical and multidisciplinary collaboration skills; able to synthesize data.

Responsibilities

• Reservoir management: evaluate field performance and opportunities for increased recovery.
• Simulation & modeling: develop and maintain reservoir models to forecast production.
• Field development planning: collaborate for infill, workovers, and secondary recovery.
• Production optimization: analyze data to maximize efficiency.
• Economic evaluation: forecast reserves and support investment proposals.
• Data integration: align subsurface and surface data for decision making.
• Compliance & reporting: ensure SEC and SPE-PRMS standards; document findings.
• Continuous improvement: adopt new tech and workflows to improve recovery.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or related discipline

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CMG

Eclipse

Petrel RE

OFM

Aries

Job description

Dallas, United States

Energy Talent Search is actively recruiting a highly analytical and results-driven Reservoir Engineer for a leading onshore conventional oil and gas company based in Dallas. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional eager to make a measurable impact on reservoir management and development planning while working in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

In this critical role, you’ll apply advanced reservoir engineering techniques to evaluate field performance, optimize hydrocarbon recovery, and support long-term asset development strategies. We’re seeking a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong technical skills and the ability to deliver actionable insights that shape operational and investment decisions.

What You’ll Do

As a Reservoir Engineer, your key responsibilities will include:

Reservoir Management: Conduct detailed reservoir studies to evaluate field performance, estimate reserves, and identify opportunities for increased recovery.

Simulation & Modeling: Develop and maintain reservoir simulation models (black oil and compositional) to forecast production and evaluate development scenarios.

Field Development Planning: Collaborate with geoscientists and drilling engineers to design and implement field development plans, including infill drilling, workovers, and secondary recovery projects.

Production Optimization: Analyze well performance data, decline curves, and pressure-transient tests to recommend strategies that maximize production and efficiency.

Economic Evaluation: Perform reserves and production forecasting, prepare economic analyses, and support investment proposals for new projects and acquisitions.

Data Integration: Work closely with geology, drilling, and operations teams to integrate subsurface and surface data for comprehensive decision-making.

Compliance & Reporting: Ensure reserves evaluations meet SEC and SPE-PRMS standards; prepare technical documentation and present findings to management.

Continuous Improvement: Recommend and implement new technologies and workflows to enhance reservoir characterization and recovery efficiency.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).

Experience: 5–10 years of reservoir engineering experience, with a strong background in onshore conventional oil and gas fields.

Technical Expertise: Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., CMG, Eclipse, Petrel RE) and production analysis tools (e.g., OFM, Aries).

Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of fluid flow in porous media, reserves classification, and economic evaluation.

Analytical Skills: Exceptional quantitative and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations.

Collaboration: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Detail-Oriented: Commitment to accuracy, compliance, and best practices in all engineering deliverables.

Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas preferred, but not required.

We value our reservoir engineering professionals and offer a highly competitive package:

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match

Annual Salary: Competitive base salary with performance bonus potential, commensurate with experience.

Location: Based in Dallas, TX, with occasional travel to field sites.

Work Schedule: Standard full-time schedule, with flexibility for project and operational demands.5 days a week in the office

Important Note for Applicants

Candidates must be U.S. Citizen or Green Card holders. Local candidates only at this time.