Reservoir Engineer / Advisor II or III

RWDY Inc.; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 372,503,000 - 429,811,000; Full time

Job summary

RWDY Inc. is seeking a Reservoir Engineer at Advisor II or III level in Spring, TX to provide technical leadership and guidance to the Reservoir Leadership Team.

The role involves developing plans, building and evaluating dynamic reservoir models, and guiding simulation studies to optimize depletion strategies. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of unconventional oil and gas experience, strong fundamentals in reservoir engineering, and the ability to mentor junior engineers while communicating

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent required.
• Approximately seven or more years of unconventional oil and gas experience.
• Demonstrated experience in reservoir engineering positions within the oil and gas industry.
• Exceptional knowledge of reservoir engineering fundamentals and strong technical capabilities.
• Experience building, running, and evaluating dynamic reservoir models.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct reservoir simulation studies efficiently and address defined technical issues.
• Ability to identify problems, develop solutions, and perform reservoir evaluations independently.
• Willingness to travel or live away from home for extended periods when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and technical support to the Reservoir Leadership Team in achieving performance objectives and maintaining high technical standards.
• Develop plans and programs as required by the Reservoir Management Team.
• Guide and support reservoir engineers in establishing and implementing plans that meet reservoir engineering requirements.
• Build, run, and evaluate dynamic reservoir models.
• Perform or guide detailed reservoir simulation studies to evaluate depletion strategies and investigate technical issues.
• Perform or guide supporting studies involving pressure-volume-temperature (PVT), inflow/outflow, relative permeability, Special Core Analysis Laboratory (SCAL), and other reservoir evaluations.
• Conduct depletion-plan assessments supporting asset acquisition evaluations.
• Lead or participate in peer reviews to ensure technical standards are maintained.
• Provide reservoir engineering input to drilling, facilities, and other groups supporting project execution.
• Mentor less-experienced reservoir engineers performing simulation and related technical studies.
• Document results comprehensively in written and graphical formats.
• Provide timely, focused updates regarding results and plans to management, partners, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Dynamic modeling

Reservoir simulation

Mentoring engineers

Communication

Presentations

Problem solving

Education

University degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Simulation software

Job description

Job Title

Reservoir Engineer / Advisor II or III

Location

Spring, TX 77389

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week with approved overtime
In-office position

Target Pay Rate

Level II – $130/hr
Level III – $150/hr

Target Start Date

ASAP

Tentative End Date

One year from starting

Scope

MAIN FUNCTIONS

• Provide guidance and technical support to the Reservoir Leadership Team in achieving performance objectives and maintaining high technical standards.
• Develop plans and programs as required by the Reservoir Management Team.
• Guide and support reservoir engineers in establishing and implementing plans that meet reservoir engineering requirements.
• Build, run, and evaluate dynamic reservoir models.
• Perform or guide detailed reservoir simulation studies to evaluate depletion strategies and investigate technical issues.
• Perform or guide supporting studies involving pressure-volume-temperature (PVT), inflow/outflow, relative permeability, Special Core Analysis Laboratory (SCAL), and other reservoir evaluations.
• Conduct depletion-plan assessments supporting asset acquisition evaluations.
• Lead or participate in peer reviews to ensure technical standards are maintained.
• Provide reservoir engineering input to drilling, facilities, and other groups supporting project execution.
• Mentor less-experienced reservoir engineers performing simulation and related technical studies.
• Document results comprehensively in written and graphical formats.
• Provide timely, focused updates regarding results and plans to management, partners, and other stakeholders.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop project-specific strategies with the Project Team to address identified risks and challenges.
• Support risk assessments and studies defined within the Project Risk Management Plan and ensure relevant findings are incorporated into field execution.
• Support uncertainty-analysis studies and value-of-information assessments for data‑acquisition plans.
• Facilitate Reservoir Team meetings when required.
• Perform additional services or studies assigned by the Reservoir Leadership Team.
• Develop and deliver technical presentations.
• Provide regulatory compliance support as required.
• Maintain a high degree of ethical conduct.
• Work effectively in an environment with changing priorities.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree or equivalent required.
• Approximately seven or more years of unconventional oil and gas experience.
• Demonstrated experience in reservoir engineering positions within the oil and gas industry.
• Exceptional knowledge of reservoir engineering fundamentals and strong technical capabilities.
• Experience building, running, and evaluating dynamic reservoir models.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct reservoir simulation studies efficiently and address defined technical issues.
• Ability to identify problems, develop solutions, and perform reservoir evaluations independently.
• Working knowledge of reservoir management practices, processes, and expectations.
• Ability and willingness to direct, guide, and mentor less‑experienced engineers.
• Strong initiative, judgment, and problem‑solving skills, with flexibility to respond to unforeseen conditions.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within an integrated project team and develop productive working relationships.
• Ability to communicate with and influence personnel at multiple organizational levels, from field workers through senior management.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of customer service, confidentiality, and ethical behavior.
• Willingness to travel or live away from home for extended periods when required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English as required to function effectively within the Project Team.
• Candidate must be able to perform the assignment without technical training, other than company‑specific safety standards and procedures.