Lead Reservoir Engineer

Lead Reservoir Engineer

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

Date : 25 Sep 2024

Location : US

Company : Woodside Energy Ltd

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work.

We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products.

We are working to improve energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy.

Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

Woodside Culture

We recognise that a key contributor to our success is an inclusive culture that promotes diversity and a sense of belonging.

Flexible work arrangements including part-time hours or partial work-from-home options will be considered - please indicate on your resume if you wish to be considered for a position with flexible working arrangements.

About the Role :

A highly motivated Reservoir Engineer is needed to support the Trinidad base assets. The Trinidad assets are experiencing an exciting period of activity with the execution of its first phase of Produce the Limit opportunities that have extended end of field life.

This role will be critical in executing that strategy and leading various stakeholders through the next phase of idea generation.

The incumbent will possess sound understanding of fundamental reservoir engineering principles to apply across key activities including reservoir surveillance, production forecasting and reserves estimation.

The Reservoir Engineer will also be responsible for dynamic simulation model updates from production and well data, supporting subsurface evaluation for growth options, leading joint venture TCMs, and general asset strategy.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Lead efforts on dynamic modelling updates, including collaboration with production engineers for efficient incorporation of key events and production data.
• Coordinate subsurface evaluation and uncertainty management of Produce the Limit opportunities, including compression, wells and intervention campaigns.
• Coordinate and participate in joint venture technical meetings and engagements.
• Lead corporate reserves engagements and resource estimate updates working closely with the asset team, including all SMOG compliance activities.
• Contribute to the medium and long term production forecasting for internal and external requirements.
• Reservoir surveillance and production optimization as well as supporting well integrity workstreams.
• Maintain positive relationships with partners and the Ministry of Trinidad via regular engagements, including audits and other regulatory submissions.

Skills & Experience :

• Strong reservoir engineering background with experience in dynamic modelling and subsurface uncertainty management.
• Minimum degree qualification in an Engineering discipline (Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical).
• 7+ years' experience in engineering role within the upstream oil and gas industry.
• Integrating multi-disciplinary subsurface data (production, pressure transient, interference testing, fluids data, etc.

from wells and field to refine reservoir uncertainty understanding.

• Working experience with late life assets is a plus.
• Proven practical application of dynamic modelling skill set in a complex reservoir setting.
• Excellent collaboration skills and integrator of information and analysis across subsurface and surface disciplines.

Recognition & Reward :

What you can expect from us :

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring.
• Industry-leading 18 weeks' paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements).
• Values led culture.
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity.
• Community volunteering opportunities.
• Relocation assistance (if required).
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions.

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education.

Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities.

Applications close at 11 : 59pm AWST on 11 Oct 2024.

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.

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