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Fervo Energy

Asset Reservoir Engineer

Golden, CO

This position will play a key role in shaping the development strategy, reservoir management, and improving capital efficiency across Fervo's growing project portfolio. Responsibilities include ...

Hawk Group

Reservoir Engineer

Spring, TX · On-site

$130/hr

This role develops plans and programs as required by the Reservoir Management team, and guides/supports reservoir engineers to establish and implement plans that meet reservoir engineering ...

Airswift

Reservoir Engineer / Advisor II

Spring, TX · On-site

The role focuses on providing high-level technical guidance, supporting reservoir management objectives, and delivering robust engineering assessments to inform project and asset decisions. This ...

Ormat

Reservoir Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

Reservoir Engineer Position Summary This position is responsible for conducting Reservoir ... Manages data and information in a manner that is consistent with company systems and processes

Kinder Morgan

Reservoir Engineer

Midland, TX · On-site

What We Are Looking For This position represents a key member of a multi-discipline team that adds value to the asset through capital reinvestment and application of solid reservoir management skills.

Kinder Morgan

Reservoir Engineer CO2

Midland, TX · On-site

Proficiency in reservoir engineering and pattern management practices including, but not limited to, material balance, injector optimization, conformance improvement, flood pattern surveillance, and ...

ExxonMobil

Reservoir Simulation Engineer

Spring, TX · On-site

... management, and site screening * Leverage fundamental reservoir engineering and reservoir simulation skills in reservoir characterization, development planning, opportunity generation, and production ...

Killam Oil Co LTD

Reservoir Engineer

Laredo, TX · On-site

Design and optimize reservoir management strategies to maximize recovery and economic value. * Monitor well and field performance, identify underperforming assets and recommend solutions.

Ormat Technologies, Inc.

Reservoir Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

Manages data and information in a manner that is consistent with company systems and processes ... Collect reservoir data, analyze well logs and well tests, and develop reservoir conceptual models ...

Killam Oil Co LTD

Reservoir Engineer

Laredo, TX · On-site

Design and optimize reservoir management strategies to maximize recovery and economic value. * Monitor well and field performance, identify underperforming assets and recommend solutions.

Hunt

Contract Petroleum/Reservoir Engineer

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

Apply reservoir engineering and management principles to optimize production and recovery across operated and non-operated assets. * Evaluate greenfield and brownfield fields and provide fit to ...

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How much do reservoir management jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for reservoir management in the United States is $123,968.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is reservoir management?

Reservoir management is the process of planning, developing, and optimizing the operation of oil and gas reservoirs to maximize their economic recovery while ensuring the safety and sustainability of resources. It involves analyzing geological, engineering, and production data to make informed decisions about well placement, production strategies, and enhanced recovery methods. Effective reservoir management aims to balance production rates, extend the life of the reservoir, and minimize environmental impact.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a reservoir management professional?

To thrive in Reservoir Management, you need a solid background in petroleum engineering, geosciences, and reservoir modeling, usually supported by a relevant degree. Proficiency with simulation software (such as Eclipse or Petrel), data analysis tools, and knowledge of reservoir surveillance systems is crucial. Strong analytical thinking, teamwork, and clear communication help professionals synthesize complex data and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualities are vital for optimizing hydrocarbon recovery, ensuring efficient field development, and maximizing asset value.

What are some common challenges faced by reservoir management professionals, and how are they typically addressed within the team?

Reservoir management professionals often face challenges such as optimizing production from aging reservoirs, managing uncertainties in subsurface data, and balancing economic and environmental considerations. These challenges are typically addressed through close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including geologists, engineers, and data analysts, to integrate diverse expertise and develop effective reservoir models. Regular team meetings, data sharing, and continuous learning are key practices that help in identifying solutions and adapting strategies as reservoir conditions evolve.

What is the difference between Reservoir Management vs Reservoir Engineering?

AspectReservoir ManagementReservoir Engineering
Primary FocusOptimizing reservoir performance and production strategiesDesigning and analyzing reservoir models and recovery methods
Required CredentialsGeology, petroleum engineering, or related degrees; often requires experience in reservoir simulationPetroleum engineering degree; strong background in reservoir simulation and fluid flow
Work EnvironmentCollaborative teams, field data analysis, decision-making rolesTechnical analysis, modeling, and simulation work primarily in offices
Industry UsageUsed by oil companies to manage and maximize reservoir valueUsed by engineering teams to develop and evaluate reservoir development plans

Reservoir Management focuses on overseeing and optimizing reservoir performance through strategic decision-making, while Reservoir Engineering involves technical modeling and analysis to understand reservoir behavior. Both roles are essential in the oil industry and often work closely together to ensure efficient resource extraction.

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Infographic showing various Reservoir Management job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,968 per year, or $59.6 per hour.

Asset Reservoir Engineer

Fervo Energy

Golden, CO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description

The Asset Reservoir Engineer will be responsible for leading asset development planning and performing reservoir engineering analysis to support Fervo Energy's geothermal development activities. This position will play a key role in shaping the development strategy, reservoir management, and improving capital efficiency across Fervo's growing project portfolio. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and refine asset development plans, economic evaluation, analytical and numerical modeling to support development decisions, production forecasting, and reservoir management. The Asset Reservoir Engineer will design and implement well testing, reservoir monitoring, and other data acquisition programs to support development decisions and continuously improve Fervo's asset development plan. This position will report to the Asset Reservoir Engineering Lead in the Geoblock Factory.

Requirements

Responsibilities

Project Management

  • Prepare recommendations based on comprehensive technical evaluation
  • Coordinate and support cross-functional teams to generate and refine development plans
  • Evaluate economics of asset plans and development scenarios
  • Collaborate with subsurface and engineering teams to plan data acquisition programs to support development decisions

Data Analysis & Interpretation

  • Interpret stimulation data (e.g., step-down tests and ISIPs) to inform completion design recommendations
  • Analyze production and injection data, pressure transient data, rate-transient data, diagnostic fracture injection test (DFIT) data, and tracers
  • Conduct uncertainty quantification studies for reservoir field diagnostic tests and well performance

Field Operations Support

  • Use reservoir simulation and field data to support operational decisions
  • Develop and implement data acquisition and well testing, including 2-phase flow, programs for Fervo field projects; develop well testing procedures and analyze field data
  • Support pad facilities and power plant design decisions based on well performance and forecasts

Reservoir Simulation & Forecasting

  • Perform model sensitivity analysis and optimization studies, driving well enhancements for future development
  • Develop production forecasts to evaluate various reservoir management strategies and development plans
  • History match geothermal reservoir simulation models based on field-wide stimulation and production data
  • Participate in industry meetings and conferences

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering
  • 6+ years of engineering experience in the oil and gas or geothermal industries
  • 1+ years of field experience in oil and gas, geothermal, or similar operations
  • Experience in project management and asset development planning for oil and gas or geothermal developments
  • Experience applying economic models to support asset development decisions
  • Experience in production forecasting and probabilistic analysis
  • Experience in hydraulic fracturing, well stimulation techniques in unconventional oil and gas
  • Experience running commercial reservoir simulation software including ResFrac, Eclipse, CMG, Tough2, IX, or TETRAD
  • Experience running commercial or research hydraulic fracture simulation software, including GOHFER, Kinetix, ResFrac, StimPlan, or FrackOptima
  • Knowledge of geomechanics and thermodynamics
  • Experience in data analytics with Spotfire or Power BI
  • Willing to travel up to 15% for fieldwork and occasional visits to other Fervo offices

Preferred

  • Experience in Python programming for data analysis
  • Experience in reservoir data acquisition including tracers, PTA/RTA, waterflood/CO2/Steamflood pattern analysis
  • Experience in hydraulic fracturing data analysis
  • Experience running and interpretating flowing/static pressure/temperature surveys
  • Experience interpreting and modelling tracer results
  • Experience with geothermal wellbore interventions such as thermal stimulation, acid stimulation, coil tubing and air lift.
  • Monitoring pressure-transient responses in saturated and 2-phase geothermal reservoirs
  • Diagnose reservoir issues such as permeability zones behind casing, cold water infiltration, steam zones, reduced near wellbore permeability, scaling

Location

Preferred location is Golden, CO.  Fervo Energy is headquartered in Houston, TX with growing offices in Golden, Oakland, Reno, and Salt Lake City. This position will be eligible for some hybrid work flexibility, but regular in-office presence at the Golden office location is required. Occasional travel will be required for this position.


Compensation & Benefits

Fervo provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, flexible paid time off, and paid parental leave. Additionally, Fervo offers an incentive stock options program, a bonus incentive program, and a 401(k) plan with an employer match. 


Fervo Energy is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. Expected Salary: $140,000-$200,000 based on Colorado locality, pay in other locations may vary.


Fervo Energy reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.


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