Experienced Reservoir Simulation Engineer

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Location:

Houston, TX, US

Company:
Exxon Mobil

About us

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• Develop, enhance and deploy reservoir modelling and simulation technologies / workflows to integrate subsurface data (especially seismic) into reservoir simulation rapidly and interpret its results.
• Work with multi‑discipline teams to enable development and deployment of reservoir simulations technologies, including the machine‑learning based.
• Leverage fundamental reservoir engineering and reservoir simulation skills in implementing the technology for business use cases.
• Engage external parties to evaluate and recommend any existing industry application as applicable.
• The position is located at Exxon Mobil campus in Spring, Texas.

The candidate will apply advanced reservoir engineering (especially in simulations) techniques.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop advance reservoir modeling and simulation to integrate and interpret subsurface data at rapid pace, including the use of algorithm (Python or equivalent) or Petrel Workflow editor.
• Collaborate with cross functional organization (Geo, Data Scientists, IT) to develop reservoir simulation technologies / workflows that are capable to leverage ML‑based tools.
• Analyze multi scenario subsurface modelling results and provide insight to business application.
• Plan and commercialize any new workflows / technologies for broader use in Exxon Mobil organization.
• Document technical workflows, contribute to IP generation, and support technical publications.

Skills and Qualifications

• Advance degree (Ph.D) in Engineering required - preferably Petroleum, Chemical, or Mechanical
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in technology development
• Experience in Reservoir simulation, and handling subsurface data
• Strong proficiency in using Petrel RE/Eclipse/INTERSECT, Including Workflow Editor
• Solid understanding of physic‑based modelling and computational method, including Python (or equivalent) algorithm
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced R&D environment

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

• Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Self‑motivated and focused on achieving business results

An Exxon Mobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you:

• Pension Plan:
  Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
• Savings Plan:
  You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
• Workplace Flexibility:
  We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad‑hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer‑term programs such as leaves of absence and part‑time work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health:
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