POSITION SUMMARY:
The Sr. Advising Reservoir Engineer will serve as the in-house subject matter expert in dynamic reservoir simulation. The role carries primary responsibility for model construction, history matching, uncertainty analysis, and forecast generation using Echelon, with strong supporting competency across the full reservoir engineering toolkit. The successful candidate will work in a lean, multidisciplinary environment and must be equally comfortable building simulation models and interpreting surveillance data.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Perform computer simulations of oil and gas reservoirs to aid in reservoir management including analytical, black oil and compositional models.
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Reach solid conclusions and recommend projects consistent with best engineering practices and company strategy. Communicate recommendations clearly and garner support for projects.
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Own the full simulation workflow: geomodel upscaling, dynamic model initialization, history matching, sensitivity studies, and probabilistic forecast generation (P10/P50/P90)
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Collaborate with geomodelers to review static models and translate them into fit-for-purpose simulation grids; provide technical feedback on property distributions, fault transmissibility, and grid resolution
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Perform material balance analysis, decline curve analysis, and production data QC to inform, constrain, and validate simulation inputs
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Generate production forecasts in support of reserves reporting, FDP submissions, AFE evaluation, and development planning
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Support well planning, infill drilling evaluations, IOR/EOR screening, and facilities capacity studies
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Prepare and present technical results to management and, where applicable, partner or regulatory audiences
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Mentor junior engineers and maintain internal standards for simulation model construction and documentation
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Additional tasks as assigned by business/management.
EDUCATION & REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
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BSc/MSc in Petroleum Engineering or equivalent with +15 years of reservoir engineering experience
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7+ years of experience in reservoir modelling/simulation using Eclipse, Echelon, or similar tools
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Proficient in RE software (Echelon- Eclipse) and workflows (PVT, SCAL, reserves, decline/nodal analysis, forecasting, optimization)
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Solid understanding of related disciplines (geology, geophysics, drilling, facilities, economics)
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Strong collaborator in multidisciplinary teams
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Clear communicator with constructive challenge skills
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Self-motivated, organized, and decisive under pressure
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Committed to ethics, quality, and HSSE standards
SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
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Demonstrated proficiency in expertise in Reservoir Engineering and Simulation (Dynamic) Modeling
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Can be relied upon to solve complex or unique problems.
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Able to identify opportunities and promote solutions.
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Be a recognized expert in the technical specialty of Reservoir Simulation.
Business Acumen:
- Understands how new and evolving technologies impact corporate objectives.
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Develops and recommends business strategies.
Initiative:
- Consistently proactive.
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Where applicable, champions specific technology use.
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High level of initiative to identify and develop new opportunities, resulting in significant contributions to the corporation.
Influence:
- Opinions sought out by management, industry and technical societies.
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Influential in setting technology direction. Influential in major partner decisions.
Independence:
- Works independently and set work direction.
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Agrees on objectives and defines own work.
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Exercises a high level of technical independence in all assigned areas.
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Acts as technical expert for management and functional advisor on various teams or projects.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks and duties as outlined above.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
ABOUT VAALCO:
Founded in 1985, Vaalco Energy is a Texas-based leading African-focused oil & gas operating company with a strong production and reserve base and a diverse portfolio of assets Côte d'Ivoire, Gabon, Egypt, and Equatorial Guinea. Through operational excellence, sustainable practices and a deep understanding of the regions we operate in, we strive to maximize shareholder value and deliver positive impact for our wider stakeholders.
