Career Opportunities: Sr. Reservoir Engineer - Subsurface Offshore (5015)
Senior Reservoir Engineer
Offshore
Murphy Oil Corporation is looking for a Senior Reservoir Engineer
Offshore to work operated and non-operated Gulf of America (GOA) deepwater fields for the subsurface development department. The Senior Reservoir Engineer should be a self-starter, comfortable contributing in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. They must have demonstrated experience in maturing drilling, workover, and other opportunities using both analytical and numeric simulation methods. They will also have a demonstrated ability to develop/update depletion plans to maximize asset value while accounting for key uncertainties.
The Senior Reservoir Engineer will need to document results and develop concise supporting presentations to clearly communicate recommendations to management, partners and regulatory authorities on a variety of technical topics. Decline Curve Analysis (DCA), PTA/RTA, PVT Analysis, Nodal Analysis, Material Balance, Reservoir Simulation and Economic Analysis are the key skills required. They should understand how these analyses enhance reservoir characterization and impact reserves/resource estimates.
The Senior Reservoir Engineer may demonstrate a record of varied technical exposure to many global basins and petroleum systems, but a career focus in the Gulf of America is .
The Senior Reservoir Engineer should have a demonstrated ability to work across disciplines including Geology/Geophysics, Production Engineering, Drilling, and Projects.
The position advances towards full functional proficiency, concentrating on cost-effective, practical, and sustainable solutions. The role encompasses managing multiple assignments concurrently, successfully spearheading smaller projects and team tasks, and reviewing the work of peers. It actively fosters networks across teams, disciplines, and regional functions, honors diverse viewpoints, communicates effectively according to the target audience, and embraces guidance and opportunities for professional development.
Murphy's Purpose, Mission, Vision & Values highlight conveying complex messages clearly, upholding agreements and commitments, collaborating effectively across the organization, acknowledging others' contributions, respectfully questioning data, encouraging innovation, and proposing solutions. The stages of contribution involve taking charge of defined projects, working semi-autonomously to achieve significant outcomes, enhancing technical expertise, developing business acumen, building credibility and reputation, and exemplifying Murphy's MPVV values.
The Sr Reservoir Engineer will work in our Houston Corporate office and may work two (2) days a week remotely.
Responsibilities
Work with multidisciplinary teams to create/update development plans for deepwater fields that incorporate risks and uncertainties in the development decisions
Provide expert guidance when troubleshooting well performance issues and provide recommendations on workover and/or stimulation treatments
Provide expert knowledge of classical reservoir engineering, including material balance, PTA and PVT analyses
Build and maintain reservoir models in close collaboration with geoscientists to ensure integration of all relevant data. Advanced reservoir modelling skills and in-depth experience with uncertainty analyses and a combination of hands-on modelling and mentoring of colleagues will be required
Receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new projects or assignments
Possesses core discipline knowledge, with proficiency in one or more technical skills
Handles moderately complex problems requiring assessment and interpretation
Works on a variety of activities within a work group or team environment
Collaborates effectively with individuals both inside and outside the team
Addresses workflow issues by using available resources and seeking assistance from sources outside the immediate team
Holds detailed and broad knowledge of own function
Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency in work
Utilizes work experience to generate ideas for improvement and innovation
Completes training in core discipline activities and applications
Develops knowledge of the organization, processes, and internal/external customers
Implements new technology to enhance processes and business outcomes
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Minimum 7 years' experience in Reservoir Engineering, 4 years' experience with deepwater fields, 4 years' experience in exploration reservoir engineering support, and 4 years' experience with economic assessments, reservoir simulation, network modeling and pressure transient analysis
Minimum 4 years of experience field development studies and uncertainty analyses
Demonstrated experience with tNavigator/Eclipse, PTA/Kappa, PVT/PVTsim, ValNav, Power BI or similar software packages
Desired/ Qualifications
Minimum 4 years' experience direct Offshore reservoir engineering experience, GOA deepwater experience is .
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrate the ability to thrive in a team environment, placing the team's needs ahead of the individual
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment is essential
The individual is required to follow all applicable safety precautions. Work is performed almost entirely in a controlled (i.e., inside) environment and does not typically subject the incumbent to any hazardous/extreme elements; some positions may require regularly moving or transporting items weighing up to 25 lbs. around the office for various needs. The successful candidate must be able to complete all essential physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.