Senior Reservoir Characterization Specialist

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Advanced software access

Professional development and training

Job summary

The candidate will mentor junior staff, collaborate with simulation engineers, and contribute to evaluation and planning efforts. Requires advanced Earth Science degrees and 7+ years in reservoir characterization, with Petrel/GeoGraphix/RMS proficiency.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology, Geophysics, Petrophysics, or related Earth Science.
• 7+ years of reservoir characterization experience in oil and gas.
• Expertise in well log analysis, core data integration, and petrophysical evaluation.
• Proficiency with reservoir modeling software (Petrel, GeoGraphix, RMS).
• Strong sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Integrate geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to build comprehensive reservoir models.
• Perform detailed petrophysical analysis of well logs (formation evaluation, saturation calculations).
• Analyze and interpret core data, including sedimentology and pore-scale characterization.
• Develop static reservoir models, including structural frameworks, property distributions, and uncertainty assessments.
• Collaborate with reservoir simulation engineers to ensure models are suitable for dynamic simulation.
• Contribute to prospect and field development evaluations by providing detailed reservoir characterization.
• Assess reservoir quality, heterogeneity, and potential for hydrocarbon recovery.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and summaries of reservoir characterization studies.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and petrophysicists.
• Stay abreast of advancements in reservoir characterization techniques and technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Data integration

Education

Master's or PhD in Geology/Geophysics/Petrophysics or related Earth Science

Tools

Petrel

GeoGraphix

RMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in oil and gas exploration and production, is seeking a Senior Reservoir Characterization Specialist to join their team in East London. This role operates under a hybrid work model, offering flexibility between in-office collaboration and remote work. You will be instrumental in developing detailed geological and petrophysical models of subsurface reservoirs, essential for accurate reserve estimation and development planning. Your responsibilities will include integrating diverse datasets such as seismic, well logs, core analysis, and production data to create robust reservoir characterizations. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide critical insights that inform exploration, development, and production strategies. This is a significant opportunity to apply your expertise in a key geographical region and contribute to the company's success in understanding and exploiting valuable energy resources. We are looking for a technically adept professional with strong integrative skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to build comprehensive reservoir models.
• Perform detailed petrophysical analysis of well logs (e.g., formation evaluation, saturation calculations).
• Analyze and interpret core data, including sedimentology and pore-scale characterization.
• Develop static reservoir models, including structural frameworks, property distributions, and uncertainty assessments.
• Collaborate with reservoir simulation engineers to ensure models are suitable for dynamic simulation.
• Contribute to prospect and field development evaluations by providing detailed reservoir characterization.
• Assess reservoir quality, heterogeneity, and potential for hydrocarbon recovery.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and summaries of reservoir characterization studies.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and petrophysicists.
• Stay abreast of advancements in reservoir characterization techniques and technologies.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology, Geophysics, Petrophysics, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in reservoir characterization within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven expertise in well log analysis, core analysis integration, and petrophysical evaluation.
• Proficiency with reservoir modeling software (e.g., Petrel, GeoGraphix, RMS).
• Strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data integration skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.
• Experience with seismic interpretation and its integration into reservoir models is a plus.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• health insurance
• retirement savings plans
• paid time off
• hybrid work model provides excellent flexibility and work-life balance
• access to advanced software and technology
• opportunities for professional development and training
• reputable company known for its commitment to operational excellence and employee growth
• chance to work on diverse and challenging projects within a collaborative and innovative environment