550 Reservoir Engineer jobs in Kenya
Senior Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer - Simulation & Modeling
Posted 7 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop, calibrate, and execute advanced reservoir simulation models.
- Analyze reservoir performance and predict future production profiles.
- Optimize hydrocarbon recovery strategies through simulation studies.
- Integrate geological, geophysical, and engineering data into reservoir models.
- Evaluate various development scenarios and assess associated risks and uncertainties.
- Validate simulation models against historical production data.
- Interpret simulation results and provide clear, concise technical recommendations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on reservoir management and development planning.
- Mentor junior reservoir engineers and review their technical work.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in reservoir simulation technology and methodologies.
- Master's or Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in oil and gas reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on simulation and modeling.
- Extensive experience with reservoir simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, Petrel RE, CMG).
- Proven ability to build, calibrate, and run complex reservoir models.
- Solid understanding of reservoir engineering principles, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills for conveying technical information.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team environment.
- Experience relevant to the **Kitale, Trans-Nzoia, KE** oil and gas context is an advantage but not required for this remote role.
Remote Petroleum Reservoir Engineer - Modeling Specialist
Posted 2 days ago
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You will play a crucial role in analyzing geological data, understanding fluid flow dynamics, and interpreting simulation results to provide actionable insights. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background in reservoir engineering principles, proficiency with industry-standard simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, CMG, Petrel RE), and a proven ability to manage complex modeling projects autonomously. Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential for working effectively with multidisciplinary teams in a remote setting.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, update, and maintain detailed reservoir simulation models based on geological, petrophysical, and production data.
- Perform history matching and sensitivity analyses to calibrate models and improve predictive accuracy.
- Forecast future reservoir performance, including production rates and reserves, under various development scenarios.
- Conduct economic evaluations and risk assessments associated with different field development strategies.
- Identify opportunities for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and optimize their implementation through simulation studies.
- Collaborate closely with geologists, geophysicists, production engineers, and management in a remote environment.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in reservoir engineering technology, modeling techniques, and simulation software.
- Mentor junior engineers and share expertise on reservoir modeling best practices.
- Ensure data integrity and quality throughout the modeling process.
- Master's or Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong emphasis on reservoir modeling and simulation.
- Expertise in using industry-standard reservoir simulation software (e.g., Schlumberger ECLIPSE, CMG Suite, Landmark Graphics).
- Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation of geological, petrophysical, and production data.
- Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and multiphase flow in porous media.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects independently and deliver results in a remote setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Experience with programming languages such as Python or VBA for automation and analysis is a plus.
- Familiarity with uncertainty analysis and probabilistic methods in reservoir assessment.
Senior Reservoir Engineer - Subsurface Modeling
Posted 16 days ago
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Senior Reservoir Engineer - Subsurface Modeling (Remote)
Posted 19 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, calibrate, and execute state-of-the-art reservoir simulation models.
- Perform reservoir characterization and heterogeneity analysis using diverse datasets.
- Analyze production data and well performance to optimize recovery strategies.
- Conduct material balance and decline curve analyses.
- Evaluate and recommend Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques.
- Perform uncertainty quantification and risk assessment for field development plans.
- Collaborate with geologists and geophysicists in a remote setting to integrate subsurface data.
- Provide technical input for reserve estimations and economic evaluations.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in reservoir engineering and simulation technology.
- Prepare technical reports and present findings to management and stakeholders.
- Mentor junior reservoir engineers and share technical expertise.
- Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on modeling and simulation.
- Proficiency in industry-standard reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, PETREL RE, CMG).
- Solid understanding of geology, petrophysics, and production engineering.
- Experience with uncertainty analysis and probabilistic methods.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, adept at remote collaboration.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a virtual team.
- Experience with programming languages such as Python or Fortran is a plus.
Senior Reservoir Engineer, Advanced Modeling
Posted 15 days ago
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Qualifications:
- MSc or PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Reservoir Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on reservoir simulation and modeling.
- Proficiency with major reservoir simulation software packages (e.g., ECLIPSE, INTERSECT, CMG).
- Experience in history matching, forecasting, and uncertainty analysis.
- Solid understanding of reservoir characterization techniques and petrophysics.
- Familiarity with EOR methods and their application.
- Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a remote, global team.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Senior Reservoir Engineer - Remote Modeling & Simulation
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop, calibrate, and maintain dynamic reservoir simulation models for various reservoir types and fluid systems.
- Perform detailed reservoir characterization using geological, geophysical, and engineering data.
- Analyze reservoir performance data and production history to identify trends and potential issues.
- Conduct decline curve analysis and material balance calculations.
- Develop and recommend strategies for reservoir development and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods.
- Utilize advanced simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, Schlumberger's Petrel RE, CMG) for modeling and prediction.
- Perform uncertainty analysis and risk assessment for reservoir development scenarios.
- Collaborate with geoscientists, production engineers, and management to define reservoir management strategies.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for field development plans.
- Mentor junior reservoir engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in reservoir engineering technologies and methodologies.
- Evaluate new technologies and their potential application to optimize reservoir performance.
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all reservoir engineering data and interpretations.
- Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field. Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with a focus on reservoir simulation and modeling.
- Demonstrated expertise with industry-standard reservoir simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, VIP, IMEX, TOUGH+) and visualization tools.
- Strong understanding of reservoir characterization techniques, petrophysics, and sedimentology.
- Proven ability to develop and implement effective reservoir management and development strategies.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality technical reports.
- Ability to work independently and manage complex projects efficiently in a remote setting.
- Experience with unconventional reservoirs or advanced EOR methods is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with data science techniques and their application to reservoir engineering is a plus.
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification or equivalent is an advantage.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork capabilities in a distributed environment.
Lead Reservoir Engineer (Oil & Gas)
Posted 14 days ago
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Oil and Gas Reservoir Engineer
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- Analyzing reservoir characteristics, including fluid properties, rock mechanics, and geological data.
- Developing and applying reservoir simulation models to predict reservoir performance and evaluate development strategies.
- Estimating reserves and resources, and forecasting future production.
- Designing and recommending enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques.
- Collaborating with geologists, drilling engineers, and production engineers to optimize field development plans.
- Conducting economic evaluations of reservoir development projects.
- Monitoring reservoir performance and recommending adjustments to optimize production.
- Preparing technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
- Staying current with advancements in reservoir engineering technologies and methodologies.
- Ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices in reservoir management.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related field, with a Master's degree being highly preferred. A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering within the upstream oil and gas industry is required. Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG, Petrel RE) and a strong understanding of reservoir characterization, fluid flow in porous media, and reserve estimation methodologies are essential. Excellent analytical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and strong communication skills for effective remote collaboration are crucial. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Reservoir Engineer to contribute significantly to major energy projects from **Ruiru**, while enjoying the benefits of a remote work arrangement.
Remote Senior Reservoir Engineer - Advanced Modeling
Posted 8 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain detailed reservoir simulation models for complex reservoirs.
- Perform reservoir characterization, including data integration from geological and petrophysical sources.
- Analyze production data, well performance, and pressure transient tests.
- Generate production forecasts and economic evaluations for various development scenarios.
- Recommend and evaluate enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize field development plans.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports and present findings to management and stakeholders.
- Mentor junior reservoir engineers and contribute to technical knowledge sharing.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in reservoir engineering technologies and methodologies.
- MSc or PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Reservoir Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on simulation and modeling.
- Proven experience with advanced reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, Petrel RE, OFM).
- Expertise in reservoir characterization, fluid flow, and recovery mechanisms.
- Strong understanding of geology, petrophysics, and production engineering.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Effective communication and presentation skills for technical audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage complex projects in a remote environment.
Principal Reservoir Engineer - Oil & Gas
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead comprehensive reservoir characterization and analysis for existing and prospective oil and gas assets.
- Develop and execute advanced reservoir simulation models to predict reservoir performance and optimize production strategies.
- Conduct detailed economic evaluations and uncertainty assessments for reservoir development plans.
- Provide expert technical guidance on reservoir engineering best practices and emerging technologies.
- Identify and recommend opportunities for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and improved reservoir management.
- Mentor and guide junior reservoir engineers, fostering technical growth and skill development.
- Collaborate with geoscientists, production engineers, and management to define field development strategies.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
- Evaluate exploration opportunities and provide input on reserve estimations.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and regulatory changes impacting reservoir engineering.
- Champion best practices in data management and technical integrity.
Qualifications:
- Master's or Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of progressively responsible experience in reservoir engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
- Demonstrated expertise in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG, PETREL RE), reservoir characterization techniques, and production forecasting.
- Strong background in reservoir economics, risk analysis, and decision-making under uncertainty.
- Proven ability to lead complex reservoir studies and deliver impactful recommendations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead technical efforts in a fully remote environment.
- Experience with unconventional reservoirs and/or enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques is highly desirable.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or equivalent certification is a plus.