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The Oil and Gas Practice Group advises the world's leading oil and gas exploration, development and production companies, oil field services and equipment companies, pipeline and other midstream ...

ProSidian Seeks a Drilling Engineer | Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production) [DOE0082082] for Program Support on a Exempt 1099 Contract: No ...

Completion Engineer

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$90K - $122K/yr

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Geophysicist

Washington, DC ยท On-site +1

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Oil & Gas Energy Lawyer (Remote)

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$309K/yr

Advise clients on regulatory compliance matters related to oil and gas exploration, production, and transportation, including environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and land use issues.

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Dynamic, medium sized, private oil and gas exploration and production company is looking for an individual for the following role: * Manage, acquire and negotiate Land and Lease Assets * Contract ...

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How much do oil gas exploration jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for oil gas exploration in the United States is $31.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $45.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in oil and gas exploration, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in oil and gas exploration often encounter challenges such as working in remote or harsh environments, adapting to rapidly changing technology, and managing strict health and safety regulations. Addressing these challenges involves maintaining strong communication with on-site and off-site teams, staying updated with industry best practices and technological advancements, and rigorously following safety protocols. Building a supportive network within the team and participating in ongoing training can also help individuals thrive in this dynamic field.

What is the difference between Oil Gas Exploration vs Oil Gas Drilling?

AspectOil Gas ExplorationOil Gas Drilling
Primary FocusIdentifying potential oil and gas reserves through geological surveys and seismic dataDrilling wells to extract oil and gas from identified reserves
Required CredentialsGeology, geophysics, or petroleum engineering degrees; certifications in seismic data analysisPetroleum engineering or drilling technology degrees; well control certifications
Work EnvironmentField surveys, seismic data analysis, exploration sitesDrilling rigs, well sites, offshore platforms
Industry UsageEarly-stage exploration companies, oil majors during prospectingOperational companies during the extraction phase

Oil Gas Exploration involves locating potential reserves using geological and seismic methods, while Oil Gas Drilling focuses on the physical process of drilling wells to extract the resources. Both roles are essential in the oil and gas industry but differ in their objectives, skills, and work environments.

What is oil and gas exploration?

Oil and gas exploration is the process of searching for underground or underwater reserves of crude oil and natural gas. This involves geological surveys, seismic studies, and the drilling of exploratory wells to identify and evaluate potential production sites. The goal is to locate commercially viable deposits that can be developed and extracted for energy use. Exploration is typically the first step in the oil and gas production lifecycle and requires significant investment, technology, and expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Oil & Gas Exploration, and why are they important?

To excel in Oil & Gas Exploration, a strong background in geology, geophysics, or petroleum engineering, often supported by a relevant degree, is essential. Familiarity with seismic interpretation software, well-logging tools, and industry-specific data analysis systems is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills help professionals collaborate on complex projects and adapt to challenging environments. These competencies are crucial for identifying viable reserves, ensuring operational safety, and maximizing resource extraction efficiency.
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Infographic showing various Oil Gas Exploration job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,642 per year, or $31.1 per hour.
Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer

Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer

ProSidian Consulting

Washington, DC โ€ข On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Company Description

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services firm that delivers value to clients through tailored solutions grounded in industry-leading practices. ProSidian provides enterprise services/solutions for Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Engineering, Environmental, Sustainability, and Human Capital. We help forward-thinking clients solve problems and improve operations.ย  Launched by Management Consultants, our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of global professionals to complete a wide range of engagements for public and private, defense and civilian government, and non-profit organizations.ย  Our solution-centric services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin, and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies, and people delivering value. Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at www.ProSidian.com.

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer | Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production)ย  [DOE0088088] for Program Support on a Exempt 1099 Contract: No Overtime Pay Basis Remote (within USA - W/ On-Site Meetings Expected) in The CONUS - Located In Washington, DC / Nationwide (Remote Project Support Across the United States) Area Clearance Designation(s): STD Background Chk Contract Contingent, generally located across the CONUS - Located In Washington, DC / Nationwide (Remote Project Support Across the United States) Across The District of Columbia / Nationwide (Remote Project Support Across the United States) - Independent Engineering Advisory Services are typically performed remotely and at project sites nationwide. Region supporting a a department within the US Department of Energy [The Loan Programs Office (LPO)] that provides attractive debt financing for high-impact, large-scale energy infrastructure projects in the United States.

The Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer | Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production)ย  [DOE0088088] is aligned with GSA Labor Category: Senior Consultant.

We seek Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer | Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production)ย  [DOE0088088] candidates with relevant Energy Industry (Oil, And Gas/Power, And Utilities) Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Energy Industry (Oil, And Gas/Power, And Utilities) Sector Clients such as DOE.ย 

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer [Independent Engineering (IE) Advisory Services] aligned with the Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production)ย  Functional Area / Swim Lane / Category Discipline in the Energy Industry (Oil, And Gas/Power, And Utilities) Industry Sector focussing on RM | Risk Management Solutions for clients such as U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) | DOE Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) Program Generally Located In CONUS - Located In Washington, DC / Nationwide (Remote Project Support Across the United States) and across the District of Columbia / Nationwide (Remote Project Support Across the United States) - Independent Engineering Advisory Services are typically performed remotely and at project sites nationwide. Region (Of Country/World) Remote (within USA - W/ On-Site Meetings Expected).

The Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer Covers reservoir analysis, production forecasts, reserves/resource validation, and debt-service production assumptions. Serves as a Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer within the Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production) swim lane, delivering bankable, technically defensible Independent Engineering advisory services by converting discipline-specific engineering, construction, compliance, operating, commercial, and risk findings into lender-ready due diligence, monitoring, certification, and decision-support outputs.

Serve as a Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer - Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production)ย  Specialist (Labor Category: Senior Consultant II) to provide Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production)ย  Technical as part of an as part of an Independent Engineering (IE) Advisory Services | Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) Advisory / Technical Due Diligence / Credit Evaluation / Lifecycle Monitoring Team that provides Engineering Services.ย  This includes activities that address and Resource estimation and production forecasting: Reserve estimation, production forecasting, subsurface uncertainty assessment, and reservoir performance validation.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer | Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production)ย  [DOE0088088]

Provides Independent Engineering advisory support for Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) Program technical due diligence, credit evaluation, lifecycle monitoring, and assurance activities, with emphasis on reservoir characterization, reserves, decline analysis, development planning, and production sustainability. Reviews project documentation, evaluates technical and commercial interfaces, identifies risks and mitigations, validates assumptions, supports conditions precedent and disbursement readiness reviews where applicable, and prepares defensible work products including reservoir models, reserve reports, type curves, production forecasts, and field development evaluations. Coordinates with engineering, finance, legal, construction, operations, environmental, HSE, and project controls stakeholders to support timely lender and DOE decision-making.

The role(s) are located in the District of Columbia / Nationwide (Remote Project Support Across the United States) - Independent Engineering Advisory Services are typically performed remotely and at project sites nationwide. Region, at or near CONUS - Located In Washington, DC / Nationwide (Remote Project Support Across the United States).ย  Initially identified Work Site Address (Remote (within USA - W/ On-Site Meetings Expected):ย  1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Upstream Oil & Gas Reservoir Engineer | Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production)ย  [DOE0088088] Candidates:

10+ years of relevant engineering, construction, operations, compliance, risk, finance, or energy infrastructure advisory experience; demonstrated work on oil and gas, power, utilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects for owners, lenders, independent engineers, or federal clients.

Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, geoscience, petroleum engineering, mechanical, electrical, chemical, civil, environmental, or related technical field. PE, PMP, CSP, API, NACE/AMPP, PMI, or discipline-specific credentials preferred where applicable.

10+ years of relevant engineering, construction, operations, compliance, risk, finance, or energy infrastructure advisory experience; demonstrated work on oil and gas, power, utilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects for owners, lenders, independent engineers, or federal clients.

Skills Required

Primarily focused on Engineering Services initiatives and aligned with Program Support activities Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation For Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration / Production) Functional Area Activities.ย 

Independent engineering review; U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO) - Style documentation discipline; technical due diligence; risk assessment; reservoir characterization, reserves, decline analysis, development planning, and production sustainability; data room review; information request tracking; report writing; Excel-based analysis; stakeholder coordination; and clear presentation of findings for credit, construction, monitoring, and certification decisions.

Competencies Required

  • Technical judgment; independence and objectivity; analytical rigor; attention to detail; defensible documentation; client service orientation; cross-functional collaboration; issue escalation; quality mindset; schedule discipline; and ability to translate technical evidence into actionable risk, compliance, and financing implications.

Ancillary Details Of The Roles

  • Ancillary role detail: may participate in data room reviews, borrower/contractor interviews, site observations, monthly monitoring meetings, risk register updates, CP evidence reviews, draw package checks, issue closure tracking, and preparation of Independent Engineer reports for DOE, LPO, credit, and program governance stakeholders.
  • The DOE Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) Program represents DOE/LPO-supported financing and lifecycle oversight activities for large-scale U.S. energy infrastructure projects, requiring independent engineering, technical due diligence, credit evaluation, construction monitoring, operational performance assessment, and risk management services to support financing decisions and protect government lending interests throughout the project lifecycle.ย  DOE financing activities that support U.S. energy infrastructure, energy security, domestic production, and strategic energy investments. The financing authority itself would typically be administered through the DOE Loan Programs Office (LPO).
  • The Loan Programs Office (LPO) is the financing arm of the U.S. Department of Energy, responsible for providing Direct loans, loan guarantees, credit assistance, and project finance support for large-scale energy and infrastructure projects in the United States.ย  The LPO evaluates projects from Technical, Engineering, Financial, Commercial, Environmental, Regulatory, Construction, and Operational perspectives before financing decisions are made.ย 
  • Independent Engineering (IE) Advisory Services are needed for complex energy projects. DOE/LPO frequently requires independent technical reviews similar to those used by commercial lenders, export credit agencies, multilateral development banks, and institutional project finance investors.ย  An EDF-style Independent Engineering engagement could include:
  • - Upstream Oil & Gas (Exploration and production | Reservoir development | Drilling programs)
  • - Midstream (Pipelines | Compression facilities | LNG infrastructure | Storage terminals)
  • - Downstream (Refineries | Petrochemical facilities | Processing plants)
  • - Power & Utilities (Generation facilities | Transmission infrastructure | Grid modernization | Energy storage)

Other Details

Role supports NAICS 541330 Engineering Services for Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) Program/Loan Programs Office (LPO) energy infrastructure financing, with work performed for high-impact oil and gas, power, utilities, and infrastructure projects. Outputs must be independent, traceable to source evidence, suitable for lender review, and aligned with technical due diligence, construction monitoring, EPC oversight, completion certification, operations monitoring, and long-term debt-service viability assessment needs.

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Additional Information

As a condition of employment, all employees must meet the requirements of their roles: establish, manage, pursue, and achieve annual goals and objectives with Documented Goals for each of the firm's Eight ProSidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian.

Eight ProSidian Global Competencies

  1. Personal Effectiveness - The ability to manage tasks, time, and relationships efficiently, achieving consistent, impactful results.
  2. Continuous Learning - Ongoing pursuit of knowledge, skills, and adaptability to remain relevant, competent, and professionally competitive.
  3. Leadership - Inspiring, guiding, and motivating others toward shared goals, fostering accountability, collaboration, and strategic organizational success.
  4. Client Service - Delivering responsive, high-quality solutions that address client needs, build trust, and strengthen long-term partnerships.
  5. Business Management - Coordinating people, processes, and resources to achieve strategic objectives, operational efficiency, and sustainable organizational performance.
  6. Business Development - Identifying, pursuing, and securing growth opportunities through strategic relationships, market insight, and innovative solutions.
  7. Technical Expertise - Applying specialized knowledge, analytical skills, and practical experience to solve complex problems with accuracy.
  8. Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership) - Generating creative solutions, sharing insights, and influencing industry direction through expertise, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.ย  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word; proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytics tools, and Visio; and able to quickly learn other tools as needed.
  • Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.ย  The ideal candidate is advan...

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ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management. We help clients improve their operations. Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers. Visit www.ProSidian.com or follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ProSidianfor more information.

Industry

Business schools and computer and management training

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2004

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