Principal Reservoir Engineer
Petrofac
Lead reservoir modelling, optimization and management to maximize production and recovery.
28 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
11,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project development
Project execution
Asset support
Well engineering
Decommissioning
Training and competence
Front-end engineering design
Engineering consultancy
Sector Specialisms
Upstream Oil and Gas
Downstream Oil and Gas
Renewable Energy
Hydrogen
Ammonia
Carbon Capture
Energy Transition
Well Engineering
Role
What you would be doing
reservoir modelling
data review
strategy development
production optimization
risk assessment
business cases
- Ensure optimal delivery of budgetary commitments.
- Ensure reservoir models are fit for purpose to evaluate development options, like infill drilling, changes in exploitation strategy or recovery mechanisms.
- Review and verify legacy reservoir data and models.
- Identify and act upon any areas of efficiency in a timely manner with a view of delivering cost savings without risk to safety or production
- Support the development team with subsurface and production input for the purposes of CAPEX & OPEX budget and business planning process.
- Setting priorities and developing integrated project scopes from multiple inputs from the conception
- Define and implement reservoir management strategy that demonstrably enhance production and optimize resource recovery.
- Responsible for performing all duties with due regard to the health, safety of self, others and of the environment in which they are undertaken.
- Manage reservoir engineering studies conducted by consultants and third-party contractors.
- Reservoir Management Strategy and measure plan to assess its effectiveness.
- Develop and appraise field development opportunities for consideration of the client.
- Mobilize to client’s office, when appropriate, abroad or in country, to support team and activities.
- Produces work of accurate and presentable quality in the appropriate formats.
- Collaborate closely with Production Engineers on production optimization efforts, identification of opportunities for production enhancement and debottlenecking production, leading well by well reviews and contributing with process optimisation efforts.
- Overall responsible for reservoir description and modelling, ensuring that models stay current and updated with the latest production, well data and geoscientist interpretation.
- The postholder is expected to adhere to all Legislative requirements the Petrofac 9 Lifesaving Rules and the Petrofac Values.
- Prepare detailed business cases to support opportunities to increase production and/or add resources.
- Provide reservoir and subsurface data to annual field report and reserve reporting process.
- Cost effective Surveillance Plan to reduce uncertainty, mitigate subsurface risks to deliver production plan, improve development strategy and verify reservoir management effectiveness.
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary subsurface team to assess incremental production and reserves potential of identified opportunities.
- Identify key risks and uncertainties associated with development options, quantify their impact and create comprehensive risk assessment with associated mitigation actions.
- Provide technical recommendations on how future reservoir modelling is carried out.
- Builds strong constructive working relationships with a wide range of people both within the local organization and externally.
- Work with and provide mentor support to personnel as part of Technical Services Contract requirements.
- Assist asset production team with production forecasting and package uplift planning and scheduling workflow.
- Concise reports for reservoir studies, maintaining comprehensive, accessible, and up-to-date records of input and interpreted data.
- Effectively and openly shares information with the wider organization in support of the overall business goals.
What you bring
geomodelling
reservoir simulation
degree qualified
communication skills
teamwork
well intervention
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Able to manage priorities and seek support when required.
- Communication Skills
- Knowledge of sand face and upper completion design; sand control (e.g. OHGP) / Cased and perforated / standard, artificial lift completions etc.
- Good organizational skills, SMART working methods and can demonstrate personal effectiveness in previous roles.
- Ability to manage system issues and liaise with external support teams to bring resolutions.
- Working knowledge of the theoretical and practical aspects of production engineering and well servicing.
- Few years of experience in similar roles
- Strong personal values and willing to take clear personal accountability for actions.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication and presentation skills. This requires the ability to articulate in a clear, concise and constructive manner at the appropriate level for the intended audience.
- Can demonstrate examples of delivering high quality work, both as an individual and working with a team.
- Self-motivated and able to deliver in a goal orientated working environment.
- Excellent knowledge of geomodelling and reservoir simulation packages.
- Strong drive to learn and develop own abilities and able to work independently but seek guidance when needed.
- Ability to communicate formally and informally with a wide range of people.
- Comfortable working in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams and various parts of the organization and service lines.
- Ability to engage with multidisciplinary teams to explain complex technical issues in a clear manner, to support operational and project management decisions.
- Able to produce high quality written work and formal presentations which match identified requirements.
- Engineering Skills
- Degree qualified or with significant experience working in the oil and gas industry or similar industry in a similar position.
- Ability to frame and solve engineering problems with appropriate, innovative solutions.
- Knowledge of well intervention equipment and well services operations.
- Ability to manage multiple work scopes, prioritising and allocating resources as required for the best outcome for the client .
- Ability to lead and work in a team, resolving day-to-day issues as they occur.
- Must be able to demonstrate continuing personal and professional development. Professional membership as applicable supported
- Production forecasts: short term (3 months), medium term (18 months), long term (5 years) for operational and business planning purposes, as well as Life of field profiles for reserves reporting.
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Overview
1981
Year Founded
Established in 1981, the company has been providing services to the energy sector for over four decades.
- Provides services to the oil, gas, and energy industries, focusing on engineering and construction.
- Operates globally, working with major energy players on projects ranging from design to operations.
- Services span engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance across onshore and offshore facilities.
- Has delivered a wide range of projects, including refineries, gas processing plants, and offshore platforms.
- Recognized for expertise in complex, large-scale projects, with a particular focus on the energy sector.
- Known for building long-term relationships with clients, contributing to the sustainable development of energy infrastructure.
- Innovative solutions and technology-driven approach set it apart in the competitive global market.
- Driven – we aim higher, delivering the best result every time; invest in knowledge and capability to become experts; look beyond the easy route to inspire others; unwavering focus on service quality
- Agile – we have a responsive mindset and problem‑solving culture; anticipate change, evaluate risk and adapt quickly; combine curiosity and creative thinking to navigate obstacles; embrace innovation and partner on technology
- Respectful – we are good corporate citizens; if it’s not the right thing, we don’t do it; care about, respect and protect our people, host communities and the environment; invest in long‑term, trusted relationships with high standards
- Open – we work together for success; create an inclusive environment where different opinions, ideas and experiences can thrive; encourage honesty, active listening, and facing challenges as a team; value collaboration and continuous improvement
Net Zero by 2030
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
Aiming to achieve net zero in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 or sooner through strategic initiatives like renewable energy adoption and energy efficiency improvements.
3% annual reduction
Emissions Intensity
Targeting a 3% annual reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity over the next three years as part of broader sustainability efforts.
49% reduction
Flare Intensity
Achieved a 49% reduction in flare intensity at Block PM304 through operational improvements and a dedicated flare-reduction taskforce.
25% reduction by 2030
Scope 3 Emissions
Aiming for a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, focusing on supply chain engagement and low-carbon procurement practices.
- Committed to being a net zero company in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 or sooner
- Net Zero Strategy based on ‘Reduce, Transform, Enable’: implementing energy efficiencies, phasing in hybrid/electric vehicles, switching to renewable electricity, fitting smart-building tech, embedding emissions targets in management scorecards
- Switching to renewable grid energy (UK ~90% already; Mumbai office fully on renewables); aim for 20% renewable energy globally by 2030
- Energy-efficiency initiatives to reduce power consumption 30% by 2030
- Operational improvements aiming for 25% reduction in flaring/venting/fugitive emissions by 2030; achieved 20% group reduction in Malaysia site
- Transport emissions (6% of footprint) to be cut by 30% by 2030 via fleet efficiency and EV adoption
- Working on Scope 3 baseline and engaging supply chain on low-carbon procurement
- GHG-intensity reduced 20%; flare-reduction taskforce cut flaring intensity 49%
30% Senior Roles
Gender Diversity Target
Aiming for 30% women in senior positions by 2030, with this target embedded in management scorecards.
46% Women
Graduate Diversity
In the 2019 graduate recruitment class, 46% of engineering and IT graduates were women, representing 14 nationalities.
80 Nationalities
Global Workforce
The organisation employs individuals from 80 different nationalities, representing 40% of the world’s countries.
50% Retention
Long-term Employment
Half of the first graduate intake from 2004 remained employed with the company as of 2020.
- Appointed Head of Diversity and Inclusion plus two Diversity Champions
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