Resevoir Engineer - EGS

TriSearch; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

TriSearch is seeking a Reservoir Engineer - EGS in Colorado. You will evaluate reservoirs for exploration, development and operations within enhanced geothermal systems, working with a multidisciplinary team and client collaborators.

Responsibilities include designing tests, analyzing rock mechanics, and shaping stimulation programs while leveraging Matlab, Python and industry tools. Excellent communication and project coordination are required.

Qualifications

• MSc or equivalent; PhD advantageous.
• 5+ years in reservoir engineering or related fields.
• Experience with fracture diagnostics and hydraulic fracturing design.
• Experience in geothermal exploration and development is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform reservoir evaluations to support EGS exploration, development and operations.
• Design tests and analyze rock mechanical properties.
• Collaborate with geomechanics and completions engineers on stimulation programs.
• Lead data analyses and mentor others in subsurface methods.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Python

Matlab

Petrel

Kinetics

ResFrac

Fracture modeling

Data analysis

English communication

Education

Master of Science or Engineering

Doctorate advantageous

Tools

Petrel

Kinetics

ResFrac

FracSim

Matlab

Python

Job description

Reservoir Engineer - EGS

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for reservoir engineering evaluations to support world-class exploration, development and operations of enhanced geothermal systems (EGS). An individual in this role will work in a world-class collaborative and multi-disciplinary environment.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains a safe work place and takes responsibility for safety with the goal of zero incidents
• Performs a variety of tasks with a capability to work independently or within a team environment. Completes work assignments with limited levels of supervision.
• Acts in a dependable manner and uses sound judgement in all activities.
• Prepares technical insights in a suitable communication method such as reports and presentations with accurate use of company tools, templates and standards
• Manages data and information in a manner that is consistent with company systems and processes
• Works independently on projects and leads activities to achieve timely, measurable and relevant outcomes for the company
• Conducts training internally or externally and acts as a coach or mentor to others in areas of specialized knowledge
• Participates in multi-disciplinary teams for work activities in addition to other periodic requirements such as due-diligence or joint ventures and can act as a primary contact person
• Able to identify, oversee, and evaluate consultants and consultant work products for implementation within EGS development projects
• Actively works to innovate and improve company tools, systems and processes and ensures clear understanding of external best-practices
• Possesses a high willingness to apply novel analysis techniques to subsurface development, and engage with cutting-edge research to improve the company's EGS development program.
• Design tests and analyze results of tests to quantify rock mechanical properties
• Collaborate with geomechanics and completions engineers to design stimulation programs aligned with EGS development goals
• Analyze performance of EGS doublet throughout the project life cycle, diagnose problems, plan remedial action, and assist with permitting and execution of the work
• Evaluate effects of corrective actions or changes in field operations, power generation revenue and long-term resource performance
• Collect and analyze reservoir data, analyze well logs and well tests, characterize natural and hydraulic fractures and develop reservoir conceptual models
• Assist with the design of reservoir and fracture models. Use models to design stimulation and optimize EGS doublet operations.
• Design and implement well tests including surface and subsurface pump installations, surface separation vessels, chemical inhibition, and surface conveyances
• Oversee the installation, set-up, and operations of tests and testing equipment as needed
• Work with operations personnel, Geologists and Project Managers to formulate and justify recommendations for wellfield activities and reservoir management
• Responsible for planning and specifying logs and diagnostic procedures for EGS doublets throughout the exploration, development, and operations lifecycle
• Responsible for the design, specifying, and monitoring of pumps for pumped production wells
• Responsible for the planning, engineering, supervision, analysis and reporting of routine well logs and tests
• Document analyses, interpretations of logs, well tests, diagnostic procedures and results of work overs, drilling and other changes in operations
• Work with plant, field operations and IT personnel to maintain the quality and completeness of well data base and testing and operating records
• Provide pertinent data and analyses to consultants and incorporate their results

Other Responsibilities:

• Other duties and projects as assigned by management

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

• Must possess Master of Science or Engineering in a relevant subject. A Doctorate degree in a relevant subject is advantageous.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in the industry or related fields, generally with 5 to 20 years of experience.
• Must have experience designing and interpreting fracture diagnostic tests including but not limited to formation leak-off/extended leak-off tests, diagnostic fracture injection tests (DFIT), Minifrac/fracture calibration tests, and flowback tests
• Must have experience modeling and designing hydraulic fracturing and stimulation programs.
• Must have experience designing and interpreting flow tests, injection tests, and interference tests, including the use of pressure-transient analysis
• Must have experience designing and interpreting downhole surveys including but not limited to pressure, temperature, spinner, and well integrity surveys
• Experience in geothermal exploration and development is advantageous.
• Experience designing downhole survey programs in horizontal wells is advantageous
• Experience specifying downhole line-shaft and/or electric submersible pumps for operations is advantageous
• Experience designing surface well test facilities including atmospheric separators, chemical inhibition systems, holding ponds, and injection/transfer pumps is advantageous
• Experience characterizing subsurface stress distribution, orientation, and characteristics is advantageous
• Experience developing and using reservoir numerical models and fracture simulations is advantageous
• Experience modeling heat flow, modeling subsurface heat sources, and interpreting surface indicators of heat flow is advantageous
• Experience in data science and quantitative analysis is advantageous
• Experience in Project Management is preferred. Experience under the PMI project management framework is preferred, ideally holding either CAPM or PMP qualification
• Proficiency in Matlab and Python programming is preferred.
• Proficiency in technical specialist applications including, but not limited to, Petrel, Kinetics, ResFrac, and FracSim
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level which will permit the employee to accurately understand and communicate information to safely and efficiently perform the job duties.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities so time is used efficiently and effectively
• Must demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality performance
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to the company's auto insurance carrier

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to work in an office environment and to work at a computer, and computer monitor, and use repetitive motion for long periods of time
• The ability to work in a power plant and wellfield near hot pipes, drilling rigs and heavy equipment
• The ability to navigate and work in remote field locations and work outdoors in difficult weather conditions
• The ability to walk, hike, and work on steep, rough terrain for extended periods of time
• The ability to safely operate 4WD light vehicles on highways and off-road safely
• The ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• The ability to periodically lift up to 25 lbs
• The ability to travel up to 30% of the time, including internationally