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Kosmos Energy

Reservoir Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$150 - $190/hr

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 ...

Intertek

Reservoir Fluids Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

The Program Manager serves as the primary interface between laboratory teams, reservoir engineers ... Develop, validate, and apply Equation of State (EOS) models to support reservoir simulation ...

Intertek

Reservoir Fluids Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

The Program Manager serves as the primary interface between laboratory teams, reservoir engineers ... Develop, validate, and apply Equation of State (EOS) models to support reservoir simulation ...

Intertek

Reservoir Fluids Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

The Program Manager serves as the primary interface between laboratory teams, reservoir engineers ... Develop, validate, and apply Equation of State (EOS) models to support reservoir simulation ...

Hunt

Contract Petroleum/Reservoir Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Provide integrated petroleum engineering support across international conventional assets, with ... Contribute to reservoir characterization and simulation efforts, including building and running ...

Hunt

Contract Petroleum/Reservoir Engineer

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

Provide integrated petroleum engineering support across international conventional assets, with ... Contribute to reservoir characterization and simulation efforts, including building and running ...

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As of Aug 21, 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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Sr. Reservoir Engineer, Offshore

Murphy Oil Corporation

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Murphy Oil rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 87 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

At Murphy Oil Corporation, we believe the rich experiences and backgrounds of our employees strengthen our Company, create a productive workforce, and drive our success. We encourage you to apply for the positions for which you meet the qualifications.
Job Summary
The Sr Reservoir Engineer should be a self-starter who is comfortable contributing in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. The role requires demonstrated reservoir engineering experience supporting deepwater field development, infill drilling evaluation, production performance management, reserves assessment and economic analysis.
Supporting maturation of drilling opportunities is a major part of the role and requires close collaboration with geoscientists, production engineering, drilling, flow assurance, regulatory and commercial teams to optimize development options while balancing risks and uncertainties within a fit-for-purpose value assurance framework.
The Sr Reservoir Engineer will integrate reservoir engineering analysis, simulation, production data, pressure transient analysis, PVT data and economic evaluation to support development planning, portfolio prioritization, depletion strategy, well planning and opportunity progression. The role will document results and develop concise supporting presentations to clearly communicate recommendations to management, partners and regulatory authorities.
This role will work in our Houston Corporate office and may work up to two (2) days a week remote.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and evaluate deepwater field development plans, infill drilling opportunities, workovers and stimulation options using integrated reservoir, production, geoscience and economic analysis.
  • Monitor well and reservoir performance versus expectations; identify drivers of variance and recommend actions to protect base production and improve asset value.
  • Build, maintain and calibrate analytical and numerical reservoir models, including material balance, pressure transient analysis, PVT analysis and reservoir simulation.
  • Support pre-drill planning and well delivery by integrating uncertainty, reservoir risk, expected performance, reserves/resource impacts and economic outcomes into recommendations.
  • Partner with geoscience, production engineering, drilling, flow assurance, regulatory, commercial and partners to align technical work with business priorities and execution plans.
  • Support reserves, forecasting and portfolio management activities by tracking performance against booked reserves, documenting changes and framing development options for decision-making.
  • Prepare clear technical documentation and concise presentations that communicate assumptions, risks, recommendations and next steps to management, partners and regulatory authorities.
  • Promote quality data, transparent workflows and fit-for-purpose improvements to reservoir engineering tools, processes and integrated subsurface evaluations.

Qualifications/Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering; degree in Petroleum Engineering or related engineering discipline preferred.
  • Minimum 7 years' experience in Reservoir Engineering; deepwater Gulf of America experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience with field development studies and/or infill drilling evaluations, including uncertainty analysis and economic assessment.
  • Experience with reservoir simulation, network modeling, pressure transient analysis, PVT analysis, production forecasting and reserves evaluation.
  • Demonstrated experience with tNavigator/Eclipse, Kappa/Saphir, PVT/PVTsim, ValNav, MBal, Prosper, Power BI or similar software packages.
  • Experience working with multidisciplinary teams across geoscience, drilling, production, flow assurance, regulatory and commercial functions.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment is essential.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications
  • Background or direct experience in Production Engineering, including well performance surveillance, well potential, production constraints, workover/stimulation evaluation and root-cause analysis.
  • Experience with development planning, opportunity maturation, capital planning and portfolio management across producing assets or offshore projects.

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.
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PURPOSE
We believe in providing energy that empowers people.
MISSION
We challenge the norm, tap into our strong legacy and use our foresight and financial discipline to deliver inspired energy solutions.
VISION
We see a future where we are an industry leader who is positively impacting lives for the next 100 years and beyond.
VALUES & BEHAVIORS
Do Right Always
  • Respect people, safety, environment and the law
  • Follow through on commitments
  • Make it better

Think Beyond Possible
  • Offer solution
  • Step up and lead
  • Don't settle for "good enough"
  • Embrace new opportunities

Stay With It
  • Show resilience
  • Lean into challenges
  • Support each other
  • Consider the implications

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