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Kosmos Energy

Reservoir Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Minimum of 5 years of reservoir simulation experience * Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering preferred * Wilcox or Norphlet experience is desired. * Proficient user of ECLIPSE / TNav, Kappa PTA ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for reservoir simulation engineer in the United States is $123,399.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,000.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a reservoir simulation engineer?

A Reservoir Simulation Engineer develops and uses computer models to predict the behavior of oil and gas reservoirs. They analyze fluid flow, pressure distribution, and reservoir performance to optimize production and recovery strategies. Their work involves integrating geological, petrophysical, and engineering data to create accurate simulations. These insights help companies make informed decisions about field development, enhanced recovery methods, and economic feasibility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a reservoir simulation engineer?

To thrive as a Reservoir Simulation Engineer, you need a solid background in petroleum engineering, geoscience, or a related field, with expertise in modeling reservoir performance and fluid flow. Familiarity with reservoir simulation software such as Eclipse, CMG GEM, or Petrel, along with knowledge of scripting languages, is highly valued, and certifications like SPE Petroleum Engineering Certification can be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and project management skills distinguish top performers in this role. These capabilities enable accurate forecasting, effective teamwork, and optimized oil and gas recovery strategies.

What does a typical workday look like for a reservoir simulation engineer?

A typical workday for a Reservoir Simulation Engineer involves building and calibrating reservoir models, performing simulations to predict reservoir behavior under various development scenarios, and analyzing results to inform decision-making. You will often collaborate closely with geologists, production engineers, and field operations teams to integrate new data and refine project plans. Additionally, you may participate in meetings to present findings, address technical challenges, and support reservoir management strategies. The role combines independent technical analysis with teamwork and frequent communication across departments, contributing to both field development and operational efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Reservoir Simulation Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,399 per year, or $59.3 per hour.

Senior Reservoir Engineer

Midland, TX • On-site

EOG Resources, Inc.
Oil and Gas Extraction • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Reservoir Engineering position responsible for maximizing value of company assets through reserve and production growth. Duties include technical evaluation of prospects and producing properties, well and reservoir surveillance functions, and economic evaluations at a project level. Must be self-motivated and able to work individually as well as within an integrated team environment. Conduct reservoir engineering evaluations on selected properties to evaluate their potential, predict reservoir performance, optimize future depletion and development plans utilizing reservoir modeling. Such evaluations may include pressure and rate transient analysis, decline curve analysis, nodal analysis, material balance calculations, integrating data available from all disciplines to perform well and reservoir modeling, EOR studies and economic analysis.

  • BS in Engineering is required, preferably Petroleum.
  • 5+ yrs experience as a reservoir engineer with oil field related projects preferred.
  • Must have strong technical background in reservoir engineering including three phase fluid flow concepts, phase behavior and reservoir simulation. Ability to integrate data from all disciplines including geology, petrophysics and geophysics.
  • Should be able to carry out daily job functions such as decline curve analysis, material balance, volumetrics, pressure transient analysis, nodal analysis with little supervision.
  • Develop and make presentations to senior management as required.
  • Ability to work with multi-functional teams and prioritize projects.
  • Must have good interpersonal skills. 
Position will be filled at a level commensurate with experience.
 
 EOG Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Disabled. 
Education:Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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