Thermal Petroleum Engineer

Thermal Petroleum Engineer – Oman

Salamander is seeking a Thermal Petroleum Engineer to support the modeling, evaluation, and optimization of thermal recovery processes in heavy oil and bitumen reservoirs.

This role is central to the development and application of Salamander’s advanced heating technologies, integrating reservoir simulation, thermal modeling, and field performance analysis to maximize production and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in thermal Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) processes, strong proficiency in CMG STARS, and a proven ability to translate simulation insights into actionable operational and business strategies.

This position requires on-site presence in our Oman office.

• Regional experience with exploration, appraisal, and field development of heavy oil assets in the Middle East, particularly in Oman.
• Proven track record of history matching and forecasting field‑scale thermal recovery processes (CSS, steam flooding, SAGD, electric heating, etc.).
• Experience with complex reservoir systems, including naturally fractured carbonates.
• Experience with dual‑porosity/dual‑permeability reservoir simulation.
• Familiarity with dynamic integrated wellbore modeling (e.g., OLGA or equivalent) is an asset.
• Experience applying AI‑based reservoir optimization tools (e.g., CMOST) is a plus.
• Experience with heat transfer and thermal analysis using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tools is a plus.
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to efficiently process and interpret large datasets.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with capability to address uncertainties and conflicting field data.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, able to translate complex technical findings into clear, credible business insights.
• Highly motivated, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and commitment to technical excellence.

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in petroleum engineering, reservoir engineering, or a related discipline.

• 10+ years of experience in thermal reservoir simulation using CMG STARS (required).
• Proven track record of history matching and forecasting field‑scale thermal recovery processes (CSS, steam flooding, SAGD, electric heating, etc.).
• Experience with complex reservoir systems, including naturally fractured carbonates.
• Familiarity with dynamic integrated wellbore modeling (e.g., OLGA or equivalent) is an asset.
• Experience applying AI‑based reservoir optimization tools (e.g., CMOST) is a plus.
• Experience with heat transfer and thermal analysis using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tools is a plus.
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to efficiently process and interpret large datasets.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with capability to address uncertainties and conflicting field data.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, able to translate complex technical findings into clear, credible business insights.
• Highly motivated, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and commitment to technical excellence.