Senior Petroleum Engineer - Reservoir Characterization
- reading, berkshire, RG1, United Kingdom
- Permanent·Hybrid
- Full time
- £79,000 - £79,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Petroleum Engineer with expertise in reservoir characterization to join their operations in Reading . This hybrid role is central to understanding and quantifying subsurface assets, providing critical data for field development and production optimization in the Oil & Gas sector. You will integrate geological, petrophysical, and engineering data to build robust models that inform strategic decisions. Working within a collaborative team environment, you will leverage advanced analytical techniques to unlock the full potential of our client's reservoir assets. This position offers a balanced approach to work, combining office-based analysis with remote flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform detailed reservoir characterization using well logs, core data, and production history.
- Develop and refine static reservoir models, incorporating geological, petrophysical, and engineering data.
- Analyze and interpret core data, including rock typing and petrophysical properties.
- Conduct uncertainty analysis and define ranges for reservoir parameters.
- Collaborate with geoscientists and production engineers to ensure integrated reservoir descriptions.
- Prepare technical reports and presentations on reservoir characteristics and potential.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on characterization and modeling.
- Proficiency in reservoir characterization and modeling software (e.g., Petrel, Roxar RMS).
- Strong understanding of petrophysics, sedimentology, and core analysis techniques.
- Experience with volumetric calculations and uncertainty assessment.
- Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Hybrid working model providing flexibility and work-life balance.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Support for professional development and continuing education.
- Collaborative and technically driven team environment.


